How many empty shops are there between Chatalcoy and Karshiyaka?

Anthony


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 87

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:00

there are many empty or still being built shops on this stretch. Would anyone like to hazard a guess as to how many there are?

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:10

Is it a competition?

Do you know the actual answer Anthony?



*relives regular road trip...errrrr......27 ? "

Anthony


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 87

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:11

Rather more than that.

AndyP



Joined: 18/04/2008
Posts: 517

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:11

I would not notice. Too scared to take my eyes off the road!! He He

DONTY


Joined: 07/06/2007
Posts: 534

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:21

I think it has something to do with a phenomenon called a recession!

Mindy



Joined: 27/10/2008
Posts: 1210

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:22

I am amazed at all the shop builds that are happening here, do you think the builders know something we aren't aware of, see quite a few estate agents have closed down also. On another note, happened upon a large supermarket in Lefkosia today, it is on 3 floors. The Metropole, and it was buzzing, mainly locals, Pizzyburger cafe on top floor, wouldn't reccomend the chicken burger, dried up and tough as leather, fries were nice though

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2953

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:52

I would hazard a guess at gazillions

Mindy



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Posts: 1210

Message Posted:
05/02/2009 23:59

I would hazard a guess at 100

cyprusishome


Joined: 31/03/2007
Posts: 2381

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 08:24

Remember over a year ago someone was bored enough to do a count and it was close to 180 either built or in progress.



How many supermarkets do we need? Odds on Astro at Alsancak closing within next 3 months?



Not long ago there were no Eczanes on main road Alsancak/Lapta, when the one next to Jafeca/Rivada opens we will have three!



Not sure on accuracy but from Cypriot, those that did not sell land for housing applied to build a shop unit. That permission has a time limit on it so they still build the places in hope.

ataturk


Joined: 09/09/2008
Posts: 712

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 10:39

When we moved here in 2006 there was an empty shop next to the smart furniture shop in Karaoglanoglu the landlord wanted £1200 a month at the time. Surprisingly its still empty two and a half years later.

keithcaley



Joined: 13/06/2008
Posts: 2521

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 10:41

Msg 9,

- and I think that you get a grant for building a shop.

Could make it more profitable to build a shop than run one!

Keith.

ustwo


Joined: 08/12/2008
Posts: 67

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 17:48

I don't know about from Catalkoy.But I was sad enough to count, being built or empty shops last Summer between Karsiyaka and Girne and it was 210 I have to say though there has been more built and closed since then.Sue

kenny



Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 405

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:24

WELCOME to cyp 44 ustwo

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2953

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:26

They have just started digging a big hole opposite Green Garage which will probably be more unwanted shops.

kenny



Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 405

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:27

shops in holes , what next !

No1Doyen


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Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:28

Perhaps they are going to put all the unwanted shops in the hole

kenny



Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 405

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:31

then you've got to ask yourself

will the hole be big enough ?

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 18:58

It does appear to me that the TC cunning retail business plan is 'Ooh look, a shop/restuarant/bar doing well, I know how to make money, I'll open up exactly the same next door, must work if that one is...'

keithcaley



Joined: 13/06/2008
Posts: 2521

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 19:05

Hector,

I was planning to make my fortune, 'cos I thought I was the only one that had sussed it.

Now you've told EVERYONE and spoilt it!

Keith.

Mindy



Joined: 27/10/2008
Posts: 1210

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 19:09

Or if a Restaurant happens to have a succesful season, the landlord thinks, 'hey up' I can squeeze more rent out of this Geezer, he is doing well, then the next season is a bad one and 'Geezer' can't afford rent, hence another empty unit.

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 19:10

Oops sorry, me and my big mouth...

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 19:13

Can anyone explain just why the notion of actually reducing prices and making some money, (as opposed to the almost universal Cypriot put prices up when times are hard) seems such total non starter?

johntie


Joined: 14/01/2009
Posts: 65

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 20:27

Heard about the local who "sold" his restraunt to a couple of niave Brits, £30000 down plus 20% of weekly takings. Obviously went bust and were deported. Sorry will not provide any more details other than beware and keep your feet firmly on the ground.

elko2



Joined: 24/07/2007
Posts: 4400

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 20:40

Msg.10

Ataturk,

You are quite right, they wanted 1200 pounds per month and it has been empty ever since it was built. Funny enough my daughter's shop Smart Plus had three shops joined together and they were paying something in that region for each shop. Would you believe it, the landlord had the cheek to ask for a rise!!!They moved to Catalkoy road just before Lemar and now the landlord has all four shops vacant. Best of ...... luck to him.

ismet

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 21:16

137...



Nick

harita


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Posts: 1343

Message Posted:
06/02/2009 23:01

From Pia Bella roundabout to the Acapulco turn off ... There are 14 retail outlets that sell furniture , plastic & otherwise ..

Anthony


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 87

Message Posted:
07/02/2009 01:37

137 !



Nowhere near. You will be amazed at the answer. Keep going.

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
07/02/2009 12:43

Hey Elko - i didnt realise your daughter owned Smart+ We bought all of our furniture from her. I hope her business is doing OK in these testing times.

I have to say, your family and her staff (Naz etc) are all excellent and really understand customer service - they cannot do enough for you. We had a slight problem with a piece of furniture and it was immediately sorted out without question (quite a few months later)

The quality of the furniture is fantastic and it all looks great as well - very stylish - I would have no hesitation in recommending your company !!