Out of curiosity, how large is this uro? Pet stores often misrepresent uros' ages either out of ignorance (e.g. assuming uro growth rates are similar to beardies) or out of not giving a rat's bum. If the uro is under 6-7 inches in length, don't use sand or any other particulate substrate. Use tile, paper towels, or newspaper until it's larger.

Your setup sounds like it's mostly ready for an occupant. However, I generally strongly recommend against buying from a pet store, no matter how sorry for him you feel. I understand you've already paid money for it, so you're likely committed, but be prepared for some vet bills. If this uro has been in such abysmal conditions, chances are very, very good that there will be at least a few minor health issues, if not major ones.

After you get him home, make sure he gets a vet visit right away. Clearing up any immediate health concerns like parasites will help him get acclimated more quickly. If it's actually a larger uro (over 6 inches), you should keep him on paper towels anyway until you are sure he's free of parasites. If he's got bugs, you'll just have to replace the sand anyway to prevent reinfestation.

The home you've prepared sounds very good, and the fact that you're preparing it before you bring him home is great! Two other tidbits of un-asked-for advice: get a good gram scale to keep track of his weight, especially if there are health issues. Also, keep a hands-off policy for at least a month while he's getting settled in (barring vet visits and/or medication). This will help him feel more secure and he'll adjust more quickly to his new home.
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Torey
Eugene, Oregon, USA
1.1 Saharan Uros (Joe and Arthur)
3.0 Mali Uros (Spike, Turtle, and Tank)
1.1 Ornate Uros (Scuttlebutt and Shazzbot)
1.1 Collared Lizard (Ripcord and Rorschach)
2.0 Green Anoles (Bowser and Sprocket)
1.1 Chubby Housecats (Roscolux and Jenny)

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