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Why should I purchase at the grove? The grove is a unique opportunity to purchase a contemporary architect designed, 4 bedroom home with all the convenience of rural-urban living. Does the development have consents? The development has been granted subdivision consent and is zoned. Resource and Building consent are being progressively re- vised as required. What am I buying? Each property will be sold as a freehold tle with its own indi- vidual address. How many residences are there? The subdivision is being developed in stages. There are 36 resi- dences in stage 1. There will be a further 100 residences in stage 2 and 3. Why should I buy before these are built? Buying now allows you the benefit of preconstrucon pricing cur- rently offered. Buying from the plan allows you to pick the resi- dence which best suits you and to make the variaons required up to a certain date (this date to be agreed on with purchaser upon agreement of sale). In addion you will enjoy any upward market movement between now and the date of compleon. What has been done to prevent water intrusion and damage? The external structure of the building is of mber frame construc- on with linear weatherboard cladding, a me-proven building methodology. The architect will provide detail of all flashings and features to exclude water and ensure that moisture will drain away. Compliance with the New Zealand building code standards New Zealand, and strict Auckland Council guidelines (requiring Producer Statements and subsequent issue of Code Compliance Cerficates) ensures the structural integrity of the building. What guarantees and assurances do I have about the building quality? The construcon will be overseen by the architect and/or the en- gineer and comes with a 10 year Master Build Guarantee. Sele- ment does not occur unl the architect or the engineer has cer- fied that the builders have properly completed the design to the required specificaons and Auckland Council have issued a Code of Compliance Cerficate. What opons are there for colour changes? The architect has selected three colour scheme opons for the interior for your selecon. What landscaping is being done on site? A comprehensive landscape design has been prepared for the to- tal subdivision. Because of the desired ‘green feel’ of this enclave, the landscaping includes a proporon of large specimen trees, fruit trees and shrubs. What has been done to ensure quietness in the residences? Each house is stand alone, there are no adjoining buildings. Con- strucon consists of fully insulated exterior walls and roofs to the living spaces, and all properes will have concrete ground floor slabs to minimise noise. What appliances are there in each residence? Each kitchen is appointed with selected appliances: electric hob, rangehood and electric oven. There is an opon to buy a fridge/ freezer, microwave, washing machine and dryer package at addi- onal cost. Are the homes wired for internet and computer use? Yes – data and telecommunicaons cabling are laid through each residence. What security features are installed? Each residence has an opon of a private security alarm system and entrance is by a secure door entry (owners wishing to have their alarm monitored will need to pay the related monthly fees). Who can assist me with finance? An arrangement has been established with BNZ to provide finance of up to 80% of the purchase price to approved buyers. We will ar- range for an introducon to the bank to process your applicaon. Who is responsible for monitoring the common area? As this will be shared ownership, rules will be included in tle doc- uments, however it is essenal that neighbours will work together to create a sense of community and safety. frequently asked questions 6 1 g r o v e r o a d
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Why should I purchase at the grove?
The grove is a unique opportunity to purchase a contemporary architect designed, 4 bedroom home with all the convenience of rural-urban living.
Does the development have consents?
The development has been granted subdivision consent and is zoned. Resource and Building consent are being progressively re-vised as required.
What am I buying?
Each property will be sold as a freehold title with its own indi-vidual address.
How many residences are there?
The subdivision is being developed in stages. There are 36 resi-dences in stage 1. There will be a further 100 residences in stage 2 and 3.
Why should I buy before these are built?
Buying now allows you the benefit of preconstruction pricing cur-rently offered. Buying from the plan allows you to pick the resi-dence which best suits you and to make the variations required up to a certain date (this date to be agreed on with purchaser upon agreement of sale). In addition you will enjoy any upward market movement between now and the date of completion.
What has been done to prevent water intrusion and damage?
The external structure of the building is of timber frame construc-tion with linear weatherboard cladding, a time-proven building methodology. The architect will provide detail of all flashings and features to exclude water and ensure that moisture will drain away. Compliance with the New Zealand building code standards New Zealand, and strict Auckland Council guidelines (requiring Producer Statements and subsequent issue of Code Compliance Certificates) ensures the structural integrity of the building.
What guarantees and assurances do I have about the building quality?
The construction will be overseen by the architect and/or the en-gineer and comes with a 10 year Master Build Guarantee. Settle-ment does not occur until the architect or the engineer has certi-fied that the builders have properly completed the design to the required specifications and Auckland Council have issued a Code of Compliance Certificate.
What options are there for colour changes?
The architect has selected three colour scheme options for the interior for your selection.
What landscaping is being done on site?
A comprehensive landscape design has been prepared for the to-tal subdivision. Because of the desired ‘green feel’ of this enclave, the landscaping includes a proportion of large specimen trees, fruit trees and shrubs.
What has been done to ensure quietness in the residences?
Each house is stand alone, there are no adjoining buildings. Con-struction consists of fully insulated exterior walls and roofs to the living spaces, and all properties will have concrete ground floor slabs to minimise noise.
What appliances are there in each residence?
Each kitchen is appointed with selected appliances: electric hob, rangehood and electric oven. There is an option to buy a fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and dryer package at addi-tional cost.
Are the homes wired for internet and computer use?
Yes – data and telecommunications cabling are laid through each residence.
What security features are installed?
Each residence has an option of a private security alarm system and entrance is by a secure door entry (owners wishing to have their alarm monitored will need to pay the related monthly fees).
Who can assist me with finance?
An arrangement has been established with BNZ to provide finance of up to 80% of the purchase price to approved buyers. We will ar-range for an introduction to the bank to process your application.
Who is responsible for monitoring the common area?
As this will be shared ownership, rules will be included in title doc-uments, however it is essential that neighbours will work together to create a sense of community and safety.
frequently asked questions
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purchasing procedure
SECURE YOUR FREEHOLD AND FREESTANDING HOME Deposits are held in the Vendors solicitors interest bearing Trust account. At settlement you pay the final balance, which is the full purchase price less the deposit paid.
SETTLEMENT
Settlement shall occur before 3pm on the settlement date. The settlement date shall be the 5th working day after the later of date on which the Vendor's solicitors:
• advise the Purchaser that the title has been issued and a search copy of it (as defined in section 174A of the Land Transfer Act 1952) is obtainable; and
• provide a code of compliance certificate for the House to the Purchaser.
Interest (up to 5 working days before the date of distribution of the Deposit) less withholding tax, stakeholder or bank charges, commission and any other charges subject to the provisions of this agreement shall follow the De-posit.
Until separate assessments of outgoings are issued or available in respect of the property, the property will be treated as liable for a pro rate share of outgoings. Rates will be apportioned on the Vendor's estimate of rates on a lot by lot basis at settlement.
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Correct as of 21/10/2013
BATHROOM
TILE FLOOR OVER WATERPROOF MEMBRANE SHOWER OVER BATH, TOUGHENED GLASS SHOWER PORCELAIN WASH HAND BASIN AND TOILET SCREEN SINGLE LEVER BASIN MIXER SLIDE RAIL SHOWER SET AND SINGLE LEVER MIXER CHROME HEATED TOWEL RAIL WALL MIRROR PAINTED WET AREA PLASTERBOARD WALLS AND CEILING TILED LINER AROUND BATH MECHANICAL EXTRACT ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING PAINT QUALITY HOLLOWCORE DOOR WITH PRIVACY LATCH
ENSUITE
TILE FLOOR OVER WATERPROOF MEMBRANE PROPRIETARY ACRYLIC SHOWER, GLASS SHOWER PORCELAIN WASH HAND BASIN AND TOILET SCREEN SINGLE LEVER BASIN MIXER SLIDE RAIL SHOWER SET AND SINGLE LEVEL MIXER CHROME HEATED TOWEL RAIL VANITY (PURPOSE BUILT) MIRROR MECHANICAL EXTRACT PAINTED WET AREA PLASTERBOARD WALLS AND CEILING ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING TOILET ROLL HOLDER PAINT QUALITY HOLLOWCORE DOOR WITH PRIVACY LATCH
BEDROOMS
RESIDENTIAL CARPET ON UNDERLAY PAINTED PLASTERBOARD BOARD WALLS BUILT IN WARDROBES WITH PVC WIRE SHELVES ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING TELEPHONE AND TV/DATA OUTLET IN MASTER BEDROOM PAINT QUALITY HOLLOWCORE DOOR FLAT CEILINGS PROPRIETARY WARDROBE DOORS
HALLWAY AND STAIRS
RESIDENTIAL CARPET ON UNDERLAY OVER TIMBER OR CONCRETE FLOORS PAINTED PLASTERBOARD BOARD WALLS ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING
KITCHEN
TILE FLOOR OVER WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE (AS REQUIRED) MELTICA JOINERY WITH PVC EDGE CLASHING STAINLESS STEEL SINK INSERT STONE BENCH TOPS ELECTRIC OVEN STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES INCLUDING 4 PLACE ELECTRIC OR GAS HOB EXTERNALLY VENTED RANGE HOOD ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING
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outline specifications
DINING
RESIDENTIAL CARPET ON UNDERLAY ON CONCRETE FLOOR PAINTED PLASTERBOARD BOARD WALLS ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING
LIVING
RESIDENTIAL CARPET ON UNDERLAY ON CONCRETE FLOOR PAINTED PLASTERBOARD BOARD WALLS TELEPHONE AND TV/DATA OUTLET ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING
CAR PARKING
SINGLE GARAGE AND 1 ADDITIONAL CAR PARK
LAUNDRY
STAINLESS STEEL LAUNDRY TUB ALLOWANCE FOR WASHER AND DRYER 150- 200 LITRE EFFICIENT HOT WATER SYSTEM
EXTERIOR
COLORCOTE GUTTERS TO ALL ROOFS COLOURSTEEL ROOFS PAINTED LINEAR WEATHERBOARD CLADDING OVER DRAINED CAVITY HIGH EFFICIENCY INSULATION TO ALL WALLS CEILING AND ROOF ALUMINIUM JOINERY WITH PHENOLIC RESIN CORE LAMINATED ALL WINDOWS TO MEET NZBC, DOUBLE GLAZED AS REQUIRED FOR EFFICIENCY COLOUR STEEL DOWNPIPES LETTER BOX FULLY LANDSCAPED GARDENS OUT DOOR PATIO AREA 1 X HOSETAPS PER UNIT TIMBER SECURITY FENCE BETWEEN BACK AND FRONT YARD
Disclaimer: Please note the vendor reserves the right to add, delete or change this outline specification at any time. This clause is inserted for the sole benefit of the vendor as resource management conditions, product sourcing and council requirements may force these changes.
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