1. DEFINITIONS

In this Agreement:

• Competent Authority: Any statutory undertaker or any statutory public, local or other authority or regulatory body, or any court of law or government department, or any of their duly authorised officers.

• Garage: The Garage address shown edged red on the website.

• Licence Fee: £65.00 (exclusive of VAT) per month, or such other amount as the Licensor may determine.

• Licence Period: From the date of this Licence to the end of that month, continuing monthly until terminated in accordance with Clause 14.

• Necessary Consents: All planning permissions and other required approvals from any Competent Authority.

• Permitted Use: Use as a private garage for parking one motor vehicle, and subject to clause 3.2, for storage of personal goods.

• Plan: The attached plan showing the Garage location.

2. INTERPRETATION

• Words in the singular include the plural and vice versa.

• Words importing one gender include all genders.

• Clause headings are for reference only.

• References to clauses refer to this Licence.

• References to laws include all applicable legislation and subordinate legislation as amended or re-enacted.

• An obligation not to do something includes preventing others from doing it.

• The Licensee is responsible for the actions of its agents, contractors and visitors.

• The Licensee’s rights under this Licence extend to their authorised users.

3. STATUS OF LICENSEE’S OCCUPATION

• The Licensee is granted a bare licence to use the Garage for the Permitted Use.

• The Licensor may withdraw consent for storage of goods with written notice.

• This Licence does not create a tenancy or security of tenure.

• The Licensor retains possession and may access the Garage at any time.

• The Licensee is responsible for any damage, loss or unauthorised access.

4. LICENCE FEE

• First payment is due on the date of the Licence, pro-rated for the month.

• Thereafter, the Licence Fee is payable monthly in advance by Direct Debit.

• Late payment (over 7 days) incurs 3% above Bank of England Base Rate interest.

• A £25 fee applies for each arrears letter/notice.

• The Licensor will review the Fee annually, with 1 month’s notice before any change effective from 1st April.

5. NON-ASSIGNMENT

• The Licence is personal to the Licensee and may not be assigned, sub-let or otherwise dealt with.

6. LICENSEE’S GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

The Licensee agrees:

• To pay all Licence Fees and utility costs.

• To notify the Licensor of any notices from Competent Authorities.

• To notify changes in contact details within 7 days.

• Not to obstruct access roads or leave rubbish.

• Not to use the Garage for trade, business, or as living accommodation.

• Not to park on the forecourt or store goods outside.

• To comply with all health, safety and planning laws.

• Not to cause nuisance, keep animals, or store perishable items or flammable/explosive materials.

• Not to alter the Garage without permission.

• To secure the Garage when not in use.

• Not to affix items or make changes to the structure without consent.

• To pay interest (3% over base rate) on overdue non-rent payments.

7. LICENSEE’S MAINTENANCE OBLIGATIONS

The Licensee shall:

• Keep the Garage clean and in good repair.

• Not discharge hazardous substances into drains.

• Report defects immediately.

• Not store goods on the Garage roof.

• Allow access for inspection/repair (including forced entry in emergencies).

• Not apply for planning permission.

• Allow the Licensor to carry out works if needed and cover the costs of repairs caused by neglect or misuse.

8. INSURANCE & INDEMNITY

• The Licensor’s insurance does not cover the Licensee’s vehicle or possessions.

• The Licensee must insure their own contents.

• The Licensee shall indemnify the Licensor against any liabilities arising from this Licence, including:

  • Breach of terms

  • Use of the Garage

  • Actions of guests or agents

9. TERMINATION

This Licence ends upon:

• Breach of any obligation by the Licensee (with written notice by Licensor), or

• At least 1 month’s written notice from either party ending on the last day of the month.

Upon termination, the Licensee must:

• Vacate and clear the Garage.

• Return keys, fobs, and access equipment.

• Pay any costs for cleaning, clearance, repairs, or key replacement.

• Abandoned items may be disposed of by the Licensor.

10. NOTICES

• Notices to the Licensee must be sent by registered post to their address or last known address.

• Notices to the Licensor should be sent to:

  Ty Bron Afon, William Brown Close, Llantarnam Industrial Estate, Cwmbran, NP44 3AB,

  or to any updated address as notified.

11. NO WARRANTIES

The Licensor:

• Makes no warranty that the Garage has Necessary Consents.

• Makes no guarantee the Garage is watertight or fit for use.

• Accepts no liability for pre-existing issues or suitability.

The Licensee accepts the Garage as seen and has no claims against prior representations.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

The Licensor is not liable for:

• Death or injury to the Licensee or their associates.

• Damage to property.

• Any loss arising from use of the Garage.

13. LICENSEE’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Licensee confirms:

• They have had the opportunity to ask questions about this Licence.

• They have had the chance to seek independent legal advice.

• They understand and agree to comply with the Licence in full.