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Sale of old town hall in Oud-Velsen fails: Only bidder rejected

Sale of old town hall in Oud-Velsen fails: Only bidder rejected

The sale of the old town hall in Oud-Velsen has failed after the local government rejected the only bid received for the property. Despite ten viewings, only one candidate submitted an offer, which was ultimately turned down.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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