The arrival of an independent vet practice means the Hoddins Way business park at Long Sutton has 100% occupancy for the first time in its ten-year history.
Katherine Cox, portfolio officer at Lincolnshire County Council, said: “Independent vets are quite rare these days, but The Independent Vet Clinic Ltd has been incredibly popular with the community. The site is like a little village in itself and visitors to one business will often browse in the other shops or visit the café. We’re delighted that this new addition offers so much to the site and to residents.”
The Hoddins Way site was previously known as ‘CaNeBuZo’ and was an early adopter of sustainable development. It’s a unique development of seven self-contained, earth sheltered units. All contain toilet facilities, kitchen and store areas, with under floor heating and PV solar panels.
Cllr Colin Davie, executive councillor for economy and environment at the county council, said: “Although buildings with solar panels and environmentally friendly credentials are commonplace now, the Hoddins Way business centre was unusual when we first built it.
“We’ve had lots of tenants over the years who have taken advantage of our short-term leases on easy in, easy out terms, which give start-up businesses flexibility and means they can manage cash flow more easily.
“We keep rents reasonable, and the location just off the A17 gives easy access to both Spalding and Kings Lynn. I’m pleased to see that the site now has established and thriving small businesses and is a great asset for the community.”
