Places Issue 69

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Jersey’s only specialist property magazine & portal | no. 69 | October 15th 2012

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PROPERTY REVIEW

We take a look at the gorgeous five bedroom

family home Greenfields

KNOWING YOUR BOUNDARIES

Sinclair Forrest, Senior Conveyancer, Carey

Olsen talks us through how important it is to

know the boundaries of your property.

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• FAMILY HOME WITH SEA VIEWS• 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM IN A STUNNING LOCATION• SOUTH FACING LARGE PATIO• 2 PARKING SPACES PLUS VISITOR PARKING

• DELIGHTFUL FAMILY HOME• 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS WITH SUNNY PRIVATE GARDEN• LOVELY END OF TERRACE • CLOSE TO SHOPS• GARAGE AND PARKING

• IMMACULATE COTTAGE WITH HARBOUR & SEA VIEWS • TWO OR THREE BEDROOM CHARACTER COTTAGE• WALK IN CONDITION• IDEAL ‘PIED A TERRE’

• 2 BEDROOM PENTHOUSE• SOUTH FACING WITH SEA VIEWS• BALCONY OVERLOOKING ST AUBIN’S BAY• GARAGE FOR 2 CARS AND VISITOR PARKING

• TOP NOTCH PENTHOUSE• 2 BEDROOMS WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS ACROSS HAVRE DES PAS• INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY• GARAGE AND RENTED PARKING

• CHARACTER GRANITE COTTAGE WITH SURROUNDING GARDENS & SEA VIEWS• DETACHED 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS• BEAUTIFUL TRANQUIL SETTING• WALK IN CONDITION THROUGHOUT

• BEAUTIFUL 2 BED, 2 BATH MEWS COTTAGE • TOWN OUTSKIRTS• SUPERBLY RENOVATED • FRONT & REAR PATIO GARDENS• PARKING FOR 2 CARS

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St oUen £2,850,000 Charming & Beautiful - Places code: 4705This historic property dates back over 500 years and was once owned by the De Carteret family, the Seigneurs of St Ouen. Over the years this home has benefited from extensive renovation whilst retaining the original features and period charm. The result is an impressive family residence ideally suited to entertaining and offering extensive, versatile accommodation which could suit extended family or live in staff. Outside the beautifully maintained mature gardens surround the sheltered, south facing sun terrace which is access from the principal reception rooms and kitchen. Beyond the garden is a well stocked fruit orchard and surrounded by three agricultural fields currently let to a local farmer. To the rear of the property, electric gates open onto a gravelled forecourt providing parking for approximately 7/8 cars as well as a double garage. LE GALLAIS: 766689

St CleMent £1,295,000Hi Tech Cool Pad Places code: 57121Newly constructed contemporary home built to a high standard. Including bi-fold doors from living areas and bedrooms, underfloor heating throughout and MODE Speaker Craft System hard wired through all rooms. Offering versatile accommodation allowing for 2 generation or home with income if required. Externally there are 2 large balconies, lawn and paved areas to the front and garden to the rear. Ample forecourt parking. ECPW: 877977

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St PeteR £1,950,000Elegant Family Home This ideal family home sits in a one acre plot with beautiful surrounding gardens, gated driveway and heated swimming pool. Comprised of five spacious bedrooms this wonderful property also has plenty of space to entertain and boasts that all important wow-factor kitchen; a 42 foot family space complete with a four oven Aga and inset wood burning stove. There are doors leading out from the kitchen to the pool area and the gardens are mainly laid to lawn with paved patios and mature planting whilst the drive provides ample parking and access to the large integral double garage. Must view! BROADLANDS: 880770

St MaRY £895,000Stunning Granite Farmhouse - Places code: 52933A stunning Jersey farmhouse set in a tranquil green lane in rural St Mary. The property was the subject of a ‘roof-off’ full refurbishment just a few years ago to create a 4 bedroom + playroom, 3 bathroom family home. The accommodation, set over 3 floors is bright and spacious and also boasts a study area. The large south facing landscaped garden is well stocked with shrubs and is fully lit at night. To the rear is a pleasant courtyard with a large single garage with staircase to upstairs storage plus parking for 3 cars and visitor spaces. A real gem!RED PROPERTIES: 710710

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You may at some point in your life be fortunate enough to inherit property in Jersey. Great, easy-peasy, just hand over the keys and I’ll be on my way. Actually it’s not quite that simple.

In Jersey there are two ways to inherit immovable property (land and houses): either you are left them in a will or you inherit as an heir. Either way there are some important considerations you should be aware of, particularly if the will includes life enjoyment or time-limited enjoyment granted to a third party.

The following example demonstrates some of the issues involved.

Imagine your favourite uncle has passed away, leaving you his rather smart farmhouse complete with orchard and a couple of acres. You cannot move in to the place because he has also given enjoyment of it to his mother-in-law, Delores. This sort of arrangement is often granted as life enjoyment, but in our example let’s say that she has been granted enjoyment for just 5 years. You may or may not know this woman, you may or may not like her, but both you and she have certain responsibilities whilst she lives there.

• Delores must act as a ‘prudent householder’ – she must keep the interior of the property in a good state of repair, must pay occupiers rates and buildings insurance. You as the owner must carry out structural repairs so the house doesn’t fall down around Delores’ ears.

• You can demand an annual inspection of the interior, and if she really has let the place deteriorate significantly you can even ask the Royal Court to terminate the enjoyment, but you must nominate

an agent to act on your behalf; you are not allowed to carry out the inspection yourself.

• You can sell the property, but Delores will still be entitled to her 5 years’ enjoyment, so this will probably put off prospective buyers. Delores can walk out before her 5 years are up, but only if she has left everything in a good state of repair.

• The law does allow you and Delores to come to a financial arrangement whereby you buy her out of her enjoyment of the property, typically using actuaries to calculate a fair price.

As you might imagine, this sort of arrangement has caused a lot of argument over the years, and there is plenty of case law around what you and Delores can and cannot do, particularly with regard to the land that comes with the property. She can draw benefits from the land, but not damage or change the nature of it, so in our example she can keep the apples, but cannot chop down the trees or replace the orchard with a swimming pool. If she has planted crops but has to leave before they are harvested, then legally they belong to you. Similarly, if she has been renting out the house or land, then this lease terminates when her enjoyment finishes.

It may be stating the obvious but it is strongly recommended, if you inherit property over which someone else has a right of enjoyment, you take legal advice so that you know your rights and obligations.

FOR ADVICE PLEASE CONTACT MICHELLE LEVERINGTON – JERSEY SOLICITOR TEL: 818 163

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• Detached Bungalow• 4/5 bedrooms 3 receptions• Distant Sea views and large west facing garden• Possible 2 generation• Large plot scope to extend• Double garage + ample parking

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• 3 Bedroom home in rural St Mary• Private walled-in sunny garden• Parking for 3 cars• Scope to add further bedrooms• Spacious living areas• Country locations close to village life

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• Stunning family home• Near to beach, bus stops and shops• Four double bedrooms• Three Bathrooms (two en-suite)• Large conservatory• Garage, garden and parking

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• Newly built luxury property• Four bedrooms• Four bathrooms• Self contained integral flat• Stunning kitchen• Very high specifications

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8 Esplanade. St Helier. www.redproperties.je01534 710710

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• Superior, brand new granite home• 3 large bedroom suites• Very high quality finishes throughout• Peaceful, woodland setting• Garage, ample parking and gardens • NOT TO BE MISSED!

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St Peter £795,000NEW PRICE!

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• Detached modernised bungalow• Three double bedrooms• Private south facing garden• Exclusive close, Walk to St Brelades Bay• Two minutes to Red Houses shopping facilities• Large single garage and ample parking

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St Brelade £749,000NEW!

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• 3 Bedroom family home• Fully double glazed• Close to local schools• Located on the town outskirts• Residents parking• Ideal investment property

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• Semi-detached town cottage• 3 Bedrooms• In good condition throughout• Central and quiet St Helier location• Allocated parking (for a small car!)• Highly recommended

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• Stunning interior• Three large reception rooms• Potential to create fourth bedroom/separate unit• South facing garden plus conservatory• Parking for 4 cars plus garage

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Bank of England base rate remains at 0.50% and there is no likelihood of this increasing in the foreseeable future, to the delight of all borrowers who have their mortgages linked to a base rate tracker product and the utter dismay of the much larger group of investors who are seeing no appreciable return on their hard earned savings.

POSITIVE COMMENT

Recently the former Conservative prime minister John Major has gone public with a well reasoned argument that the British economy is now moving into a position where growth should start to be seen by the end of 2012, and this has also been confirmed by Mervyn King, the Governor of the Bank of England who has started to become very positive about the end of the double dip recession by the last quarter of this year.

A POSSIBLE TURNAROUND

Locally, unemployment figures for August showed the biggest drop for fifteen months, although sadly, redundancies in the fulfilment industry reversed this trend in September. On a more positive note, the Island’s economy shrank by just one per cent last year, which is the smallest decline since 2007, so signalling a possible turnaround in Jersey’s economic fortunes.

A LACK OF CONFIDENCE

It is good news such as this that is badly needed by a population that has lost its confidence in the light of a barrage of negativity from the world media during the past five years. Confidence has evaporated in the housing market and this has not been helped by the global assumption that banks have stopped lending, which could not be further from the truth in the Island.

A DIFFERENT CULTURE

The Channel Islands appear to survive financial crises far better than the UK or further afield. The infrastructure and culture, especially in respect of homeownership are somewhat different to the UK and the need to acquire property for the first time or the desire to trade up to a larger property tends to be stronger, or at least it was until 2009 when everything slowed noticeably.

LOW INTEREST RATES, REDUCED PROPERTY PRICES

The old adage that you can take a horse to water but can’t make it drink really does apply to the Jersey housing market, where the lowest interest rates ever are currently available to purchase property that has fallen in value by up to 20% since the start of the crisis. A buoyant housing market needs three components: the right price, cheap mortgage funds and motivated confident sellers and buyers, and it is clear that the last of these three components is missing.

THE NEED TO MOVE

Just how much longer many of the families that need to move as they expand in size can hold out is anybody’s guess. All of this pent up energy has to create an increase in activity at some time in the future. I have always maintained however that it is the First Time Buyer market that is key to the remainder of the market functioning correctly and therefore the focus has to be on providing this sector with the incentives that it needs to help it return to the marketplace.

HELP FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS

The Housing Minister, Andrew Green, has announced plans to introduce several schemes that will help young couples to get on to the housing ladder, to include a scheme that will provide a 15% deposit, linked to a 5% personal contribution by the purchasers and an 80% bank mortgage. This type of assistance is to be commended, although the co-operation of the lenders will be essential for the proposal to work, as banks do not like secondary loans, no matter what guise they come in.

REDUCED PURCHASE PRICES

The Minister’s proposals referred to the average price of a three-bedroom house as being £487,000, which was probably correct before the recession, although an examination of the transactions passing through the Royal Court every Friday shows that any number of houses are now changing hands for figures that are more than £100,000 less than that, so making the ‘’impossible dream’’ more accessible.

Not everybody needs a house however and two-bedroom flats, with parking, in purpose-built blocks for well under £300,000 regularly come on the market.

Words | Paul Winteridge, The Mortgage Shop Telephone 01534 721302, [email protected] www.mortgageshop.je

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• Especially Spacious 1st Floor Flat• 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom• Secure Entrance & Parking Space• 30ft Sunny Balcony • REF: 07S• Available Mid December 2012

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• One Bedroom Flat• East of Island• Wooden Flooring• Open Plan Living• REF: 12S• Available November 2012

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• Detached Family Home • 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom • Conservatory & Patio • Garage & Parking • REF: 47J • Available December 2012


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• Modern Family Home• Enclosed Rear Garden• Close to Schools & Town• Parking & Garage• REF: 56S• Available Now


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• Three Bedroom Bungalow• Recently Renovated• Rural St Martin Location• Garden & Double Garage• REF: 04J• Available Now

A-J£2,750 per month

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• Luxury Penthouse• Large Surrounding Sun Terrace• Rooftop Views Over St Helier• Generous Reception Areas• Open Plan Living• Floor to Ceiling Windows

£595,000 ShAre trAnSFer A-J

ST HELIER

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• Top Floor Apartment• Modern Interior• Parking For One Car• Balcony• Purpose Built• Roof Top Garden

FlYInG FreeholD A-J£250,000

ST BRELADE

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• Detached Family Home• Tastefully Decorated• Enclosed Garden• Garage & Parking• Amenities Close By• Nearby Bus Route

£489,000 FreeholD A-J

• Parking + Visitor Spaces• Open Plan Living• No Restriction on small Pets• Electric Heating - E7• Monthly Service Charge £81.00• On Regular Bus Route

ST LAWRENCE

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ST BRELADE

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• A Wonderful Family Home• Select Location in West of Island• Adjoining 1 Bedroom Unit• South Facing Mature Garden• Garage & Ample Parking• St Ouen’s Bay Closeby

FreeholD A-J£1,395,000

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• Built in 1992 by present owner• Detached Family Home• Large Sitting / Dining Room• Study / Playroom• South Facing Garden & Patio• Single Garage + Ample Parking

FreeholD A-J£695,000

Immaculate ThroughoutA-J Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£460,000

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• Large lounge/diner• Modern kitchen• South facing patio garden• Internal viewing essential• Single garage + parking

ST BRELADE REF 10315

2 Bedroom Top Floor ApartmentA-H Share Transfer

ASKING PRICE

£259,000

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• Good size lounge• Kitchen & separate utility• Elevated views towards town • No onward chain • Short distance to town centre

ST HELIER REF 10455

Picturesque Granite CottageA-J Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£595,000

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• Large garden• Walking distance to main colleges and schools• Quiet rural location• Separate garage• Set over 3 floors

ST SAVIOUR REF 10848

Panoramic ViewsA-J Category

ASKING PRICE

£449,000

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• West facing patio garden• Far reaching sea views across to St Aubins Bay• Contemporary kitchen/breakfast room• Possible home with income• 1300 sq ft of accommodation

ST HELIER REF 11271

Extremely Large ApartmentA-H Flying Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£350,000

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• 1,100 sq ft of accommodation• High ceilings & plenty of light• Great investment opportunity• Walk to the town centre• Additional visitor parking

ST HELIER REF 11120

Refurbishment ProjectA-J Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£385,000

5 3

• Functional fireplaces• Rear courtyard• Potential home with income• Residents parking scheme• No onward chain

ST HELIER REF 11072

Top Floor ApartmentA-H Flying Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£299,000

2 1

• Good size lounge/diner with separate kitchen• Lift access & undercover parking• Outskirts of town centre• Ideal investment• Roof top views of town

ST HELIER REF 11228

Four Bedroom CottageA-J Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£449,500

4 1

• Semi-detached cottage• Refitted kitchen / breakfast room• Functional open fireplace• Enclosed low maintenance garden• Short stroll to the local amenities

ST OUEN REF 11241

St Aubin’s CottageA-J Freehold

ASKING PRICE

£439,000

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• Open plan lounge/diner• Separate study• Communal decked courtyard• Recently refurbished throughout• Stroll to St Aubins village

ST AUBIN REF 11220

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• Large kitchen/breakfast room• Two reception rooms• Garaging• Lawned south facing garden

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Hidden Gem

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• Heated outdoor pool• Summer House/study• Large reception rooms• Close to major schools

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Views over St Brelade’s Bay

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£3,000

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• Stunning penthouse apartment• Garaging & parking• Huge terrace & communal gardens• Luxury fixtures & fittings

Stunning Granite Residence

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• Stunning kitchen/family room• Playroom, gym, study & garden room• Heated swimming pool• 4,500 sq ft of accommodation

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Rural Retreat

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£2,700

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• Newly renovated bungalow• Fitted Kitchen/diner• Separate utility room• Immaculate throughout

Luxurious Detached Home

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£3,975

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• Spacious kitchen/breakfast room• Large south facing gardens• Double garage• 2,600 sq ft of accommodation

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THEY SAY THAT SIZE ISN’T EVERYTHING; IT MOST LIKELY ISN’T – BUT REINFORCE IT WITH IMMACULATE DESIGN AND HIGH-END SPECIFICATIONS AND YOU HAVE YOURSELF ONE HECK OF A HOME. A HOME FOR LIFE: AN, ‘EVERYTHING’ TYPE OF HOME. A WALK STRAIGHT IN, SIT DOWN AND PUT YOUR FEET UP TYPE OF HOME.

Greenfields is a brand new property on the cusp of town, a luxury family home with all the character and charm of an old Jersey farmhouse. Set off a quiet one-way green lane leading off Queen’s Road, the drive leads up to an automatic gate with video intercom. A large paved area for some 12+ cars sits in front of the house, with a double garage to your right which features temperature controlled flooring for the Bentley (of course).

The entrance to Greenfields leads through a wide red door surrounded by stained glass, into the spacious hallway with natural stone flooring and a grand American Oak staircase as a stunning focal point.

Offering a profusion of live in luxuries - manicured garden with heated swimming

pool, ‘Sonos’ Sound System, Neutron lighting system and under floor heating throughout the downstairs area, a hand crafted Paul Haslam kitchen (of gargantuan proportions). The remarkable kitchen features double Miele ovens and two dishwashers… It bows away from the generic magnolia/beige/brown colour palette and opts for a country chic tone of Farrow & Ball sage and cream, which gives the heart of the home a cool vintage feel.

The homely living room leads into the orangery, an all year sunroom for all occasions. Imagine soaking up the last rays of summer, or snuggling up underneath the stars…

Upstairs are the property’s five bedrooms. The first floor is home to the spacious master suite with its large ensuite bath and shower room – attention to detail is the consistent theme throughout this house, with all fixtures and fittings and temporary furniture reflecting a chic and contemporary feel. Great use of space, the clever proportions of the bedroom and the installation of a walk in dressing room make this suite, seriously sweet.

On the same floor, two perfectly sized bedrooms are linked by one grand bathroom in the middle. A great idea for siblings sharing a bathroom – although the doors can be locked from either side, and an extra bathroom on the first floor can be used instead, providing a bathroom

LIVE IN A HOUSE, A VERY BIG HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY… GREENFIELDS, A REMARKABLE RURAL RESIDENCE

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for each bedroom. The first floor boats an added extra – a home media/games room, which could also be used as a gym.

The top floor is home to two ideally sized children’s bedrooms as well as an ensuite shower room that both bedrooms share.

Looking out across the treetops and fields, the manicured garden (which is a perfect size, without presenting too much work and worry for those not particularly green fingered types), and the stone terrace and swimming pool convey an idyllic retreat away from town in the very heart of the countryside.

Greenfields is surrounded by greenery. Over the garden wall, he land beyond is slowly becoming a new forest area, with oak trees having been planted, soon to present a strong border giving privacy to Greenfield’s owners. National Trust land is Greenfield’s neighbour along with a couple of farmhouse properties along La Rue Des Cotils.

Greenfields is the ideal property for a family who want country living without having the burden of restoring a dilapidated old wreck. Idyllic setting, quality and quantity in terms of size and space, Greenfields is essentially, the perfect home.

Greenfields La Rue Des Cotils St Helier JE2 3EJ

A-H & K• 4,700 square feet• 5 Bedrooms• 4 Bathrooms• Paul Haslam Kitchen• Swimming Pool • Manicured Garden• Double Garage • Parking for 12 cars• Orangery

£1,975,000www.broadlandsjersey.com

GREENFIELDS IS THE IDEAL PROPERTY FOR A FAMILY WHO WANT

COUNTRY LIVING WITHOUT HAVING THE

BURDEN OF RESTORING A DILAPIDATED OLD WRECK

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MEET THE OGIER PROPERTY TEAMKATHARINEMARSHALL

If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you take with you?My husband and our two children to turn it into an adventure!

Favourite thing about your job?Getting a deal successfully and swiftly concluded and knowing all parties are happy with the outcome.

ANNA SEYMOUR

If I wasn’t in the property market I would be…?One of the presenters of Top Gear.

What made you take up a career in law?I’d worked within both the finance side of property and as a property negotiator and manager. Law was a natural progression.

TIM BECHELET

What do you enjoy most about working for Ogier?The diversity of the people and the continual drive to be at the top of our game.

What made you take up a career in law?Perry Mason!

KATE WESTWATER

Any embarrassing work-related moments?No embarrassing moments as such, but plenty of funny and slightly painful moments involving mud, shovels and stinging nettles.

If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you take with you?A year-long supply of sun cream, a Swiss army knife and a large tarpaulin.

MARK CARBOULEC

What’s a typical day in your role?Interacting with clients and providing advice on a variety of property transactions.

What was the last book you read?Tinker Tailor Solider Spy by John Le Carré.

If you would like to meet with a member of our team for an informal chat, please call 504111 or visit us online at www.ogierproperty.com

JULIE MELIA

If I wasn’t in the property market I would be…?In the cake business - baking is my main hobby - although I did consider teaching languages or joining the police before I started a career in the law.

What makes Ogier’s Property team stand out from the rest?My overriding first impression of the Ogier team since starting here in the summer was of the pride they all take in doing an excellent job for every client.

DEENA JACKSON

If you could invite two famous people (past or present) to a dinner party who would they be?The Dalai Lama and Alan Carr.

Favourite quote?Smile and the world smiles with you.

SUE DE GUELLE

Must see television programme?Dr Who.

How would your colleagues describe you?The quietly spoken one!

JONATHANHUGHES

Favourite thing about your job?Working closely with clients and getting them the results they want.

Any embarrassing work-related moments?Absolutely none (that I’d want to putin writing...)

PENNY VIBERT

Must see television programme?Homeland.

I couldn’t live without…My family and friends.

THE FOLLOWING TEAM MEMBERS WERE UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS FEATURE: Chris Renouf, Barry Le Feuvre, Mike Clapham, Kathy White

The planning application process can be pretty daunting. There’s the plethora of planning policies, supplementary planning guidelines and various design guides and standards to be complied with, coupled with the high level of information required by the Planning Department and the fact policy can be interpreted in different ways. Follow these points to try and minimise your planning pain: 1. Agree what you want from your development that suits your needs and budget. Create an ideas board of interior and exterior styles you like and appoint a professional designer to help.

2. Ask the designer to prepare sketch schemes showing various development options. Your professional advisor should have a good knowledge of what is, and isn’t, likely to be acceptable in terms of achieving planning consent.

3. Consider obtaining pre-application advice from the Planning Department, either by visiting the Department or for more major applications, by writing to Planning. You’ll need to include a case to justify your proposals and your sketch plans. Pre-application advice can be a double-edged sword: planners tend to be cautious in their advice, particularly if your development is likely to cause objections and/or become political. So if the pre-application advice comes back heavily caveated and negative, don’t necessarily stop there. Often a well-argued case can secure required permission.

4. Next a formal planning application will need to be submitted. You have to include: a site plan; floor plans; elevations and a section, based on a topographical survey. Design Statements explaining the basis of the scheme are always encouraged. Additional information may be required including: landscape plan; waste management plan; foul drainage assessment etc. To be registered, all this information needs to be submitted together with the planning fee. If it fails to meet the requirements of the Planning Department, the application will be returned.

5. If your submission is registered, you’ll be notified and sent a site notice. This needs to be displayed in a prominent position on the site for 21 days to enable interested third parties, like neighbours, to be made aware of the proposed development and to make any representations. The Planning Department will only consider material planning issues raised – they will not consider civil or personal issues.

6. The Planning Department will also consult with statutory and other consultees regarding access and highway issues, foul and surface water drainage, listed buildings, land control issues and environmental issues, amongst others. They are obliged to have regard to the representations made but do not necessarily have to agree with them. The Department will balance all the considerations and arrive at a recommendation or decision.

7. There are many policies in the Island Plan and other guidelines, that Planning will need to consider. Quite often, whilst one policy is favourable to the application, another can be unfavourable. Once the officers have assessed all the considerations, usually following a site visit, they can either determine the application under the Director of Planning’s delegated powers or refer it to the Planning Applications Panel for a decision with a recommendation to approve, refuse or defer. Applications with an island-wide interest may, however, be called in by the Minister. These are unlikely for household applications.

8. Applications approved under the Director’s delegated powers will result in a permit (with conditions) being issued. Those referred to the Planning Applications Panel will be considered at a Panel Meeting held in public with all those who have made representations being invited to attend and address the Panel. If this is the case, it is sensible to appoint a professional to act on your behalf. It can be an intimidating forum of politicians, civil servants, civic societies, resident associations and individual objectors all scrutinising your proposals and passing comment on them.

9. If the Department, under delegated powers, refuses an application you can appeal to the Planning Applications Panel. If the Panel refuses the application, your only recourse is an appeal to the Royal Court, which is likely to be expensive, time-consuming and very difficult to win. Before going to these lengths we strongly advise engaging a planning consultant to assess whether an appeal is worthwhile.

10. If your application is approved, there’s a strong likelihood it will require Building Bye-Law Regulations consent. Your architect will be able to help you with finalising this, as well as provide support if you want your contract to be put out to tender and/or to have the project administered from start to completion.

The Planning process is very involved and complicated. If you’re unsure, seek professional advice to give you the best chance of success and to minimise your planning pain.

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PAINWords | Michael Stein, MSPlanning

THE HOT DEBATEAffordable housing and the planning system have been under close scrutiny over the last couple of years with, as yet, no conclusions reached. Looking to move the arguments forward, the Jersey Construction Council held its first ever debate as part of Construction Week 2012

Over 150 islanders attended the first debate of its kind, taking the opportunity to raise their housing and planning concerns directly with the panel which consisted of Andrew Scate, CEO of the Environment department, Peter Le Gresley, Director of the Development Control at the Environment department, Philip Syvret, Advocate and Partner at Benest & Syvret and Mike Stein, a former Planner and current Director of MS Planning. The event was kindly sponsored by Benest & Syvret.

Peter Le Gresley of the Planning department said, “This is the first time we have participated in an open forum of this kind with the JeCC and I think it is a positive step forward. It allows for more open discussion between government and industry and an opportunity to discuss important issues affecting our environment and population.”

Affordable housing was first on the agenda. The topic has been a

concern for many over the years and is never far from the headlines with a desperate need to provide much needed affordable homes on the island. Although laudable in its intentions, panelist Mike Stein criticized the H3 policy, which is concerned with ensuring a percentage of larger developments are reserved for affordable housing. Mr Stein said that “there definitely is a need for affordable housing in the island” and stated quite clearly that the H3 policy was “flawed and simply won’t work,” citing the UK government’s abandonment of their H3 policy because it stopped house building.

On the planning side, rules were relaxed last year to allow home owners to be able to carry out a greater variety of home modifications without the need for planning permission. Not only has this been helpful for home owners, it has benefitted the construction industry at large. The rules reduce the number of applications submitted to the Planning department for small alterations and allow more time to be devoted to larger applications, helping to boost the construction industry and its contribution to the economy.

The debate was hotly argued and although no firm conclusions were reached, everyone appreciated the benefits of having representatives of the Planning Department take part and able to explain policies. The JeCC is extremely grateful to all the panelists for making the debate such a success, so much so, that next year’s debate is already in development.

Industry achievers topped the bill at this year’s Jersey Construction Council Awards.

Barr Stevenson crowned a 57 year career as an engineering draughtsman by winning the JeCC Lifetime Achievement Award. Stuart Gray of Jersey Energy scooped the Ogier Industry Achiever Award at the age of just 32, Gareth Menard won the JeCC / JEP Tradesperson of the Year Award, Jonathan Frain of Jersey Electricity won the Harsco Infrastructure Apprentice / Student of the Year Award following excellent results in his studies at Highlands College, coupled with superb workplace achievements in the career that he has wanted to follow since childhood.

Barr Stevenson was recognised for his incredible career which spanned almost six decades and sees him retire at the age of 73. Described as the “only true draughtsman left in the industry” because of his refusal to switch his drawing board for a computer, Barr received his reward to rapturous applause at the Awards on Saturday night.

Whilst people topped the bill, the Island’s best construction projects were also recognised with Lakeside Care Home, constructed by AC Mauger Ltd, winning the Condor Logistics Project of the Year over £1million.

The Rowney Sharman Project of the Year under £1million Award was won by

Geomarine for the specialist work they performed on the stabilisation of the Greve de Lecq cliff face.

The awards were presented by broadcaster and sustainable design consultant, Oliver Heath who awarded the Jersey Electricity Sustainability Award to Brenwal Limited for the Millennium Town Park.

In recognition of the role that good planning advice plays in the industry, the Insurance Corporation Consultant of the Year Award was won by planning consultants, M.S. Planning Limited.

A.A. Langlois Haulage Limited won the Rossborough Sub contractor / Supplier of the Year Award and Le Masurier won the Condor Logistics Business of the Year Award for their commitment to the island and belief in its future economy.

“The Jersey Construction Council Awards have been a great success,” said Steve Jewell, Chairman of the JeCC Awards Committee. “The fact that individuals stole the show this year is testament to the construction industry’s commitment to developing talent and the wide range of careers which can be followed.

“We’ve been delighted with the way the whole evening has gone and are already looking forward to next year!”

CAREER EXCELLENCE REWARDED AT JERSEY CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2012

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Here we have a cosy one bedroom cottage situated on a quiet road in St Helier with a private courtyard shared with one other flat. The property consisits of a lounge with arch way leading to the kitchen, bathroom and stairs to the bedroom. The property will be let unfurnished and will be ready to move in from the 20th October.

Here we have a great size three bedroom house directly opposite a private beach in St Clements, the property comes fully furnished and has three double bedrooms, one en-suite, a walk in wardrobe of the master bedroom, large eat in kitchen leading onto a bright conservatory, a large lawned garden with patio area for table and chairs.

Brand new luxury development situated in the heart of St Brelades Bay a stunning 2 bedroom penthouse apartment with a state of the art kitchen, large lounge with floor to ceiling windows and access to large balcony with views over the whole bay, 2 double bedrooms with built in wardrobes, en-suite of the master, shower room, utility area and parking for 2 cars and gardens.

This beautiful granite faced New Build house in St Ouen makes the perfect family home. It comprises of 3 bedroom suites including a huge master plus a large playroom. The kitchen includes integrated Bosch appliances & granite work surfaces. Wonderful views over St Ouen’s Bay and the surrounding countryside. There is a sunny terraced area and a carport to the rear. Call to arrange a viewing now.

Large one bedroom purpose built apartment on the ground floor, situated in St Helier with a 2 minutes walk to peoples park and the beach. the property offers one double bedroom, newly installed bathroom, a large lounge/diner and fully fitted new kitchen, all rooms are bright and airy, communal courtyard garden, under cover parking plus visitors.

Set in private grounds we have a pretty front faced granite cottage located in Trinity surrounded by beautiful gardens. This would ideally suit someone looking for a quiet peaceful rural setting. Having had a newly installed fitted kitchen, two good size bedrooms, spacious lounge/diner, downstairs shower room, house bathroom, and a study area. Regret not suitable for pets.

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At Maillards Estates we specialise in character & country properties

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An extremely well presented first time buyers home with 3 bedrooms, an excellent size lounge with patio doors and large fully fitted kitchen/dining room. To the rear of the house is a south facing garden that is totally safe and secure for children and pets while to the front is a delightful grassed play area just for the resident’s private use. There is ample parking for up to 4 cars plus the garage and the house is perfectly situated for easy access to the local school, beach and village amenities. Sensibly priced for an early sale.

Detached village house built in the early 1980’s with 3 bedrooms, one having a luxury en suite bathroom. The property is perfect for the young growing family with a separate dining room that could make a 4thbedroom or excellent playroom. Whilst the kitchen is of a generous size being big enough to feed the family in. Situated in the heart of St. Lawrence Village makes it extremely handy for the shop, school, church and pub while being on a direct bus route to town and the beach. Outside are easily maintained courtyards and sun terraces which means weekends are free to enjoy time with the family.

A truly magnificent barn conversion carried out to exacting standards to ensure the finest quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Great attention has been paid to detail to create a unique home that offers a perfect blend of old world charm with modern contemporary living. Behind the solid front door is a wonderful home full of warmth and cosiness. The spacious accommodation is beautifully presented and decorated an early internal viewing is recommended by the sole agents to fully appreciate it.

St OUEN £449,000

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WORDS | REBECCA RANSOMDIRECTOR, RANSOMS GARDEN CENTRE

BACHELOR PAD KITCHENS & COOL KITCHENALIA

More and more people are getting divorced and there has been a steady rise in the demand for stunning masculine kitchens to kit out new bachelor pads up and down the country.

We’ve been most impressed with Bulthaup’s offerings for this market with their sleek sharp lines and beautifully muted colour palette, creating a space which will re-ignite a love affair with cooking. Some great gadgets we’ve recently come across are the Hang Around Kitchen Utensils by Muuto to save cleaning work surfaces, the Kitchen Multi-Storage so that the essentials are on hand and not burried in a draw and Herb Scissors which instantly make you look like you know what you’re doing in the kitchen.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BULTHAUP KITCHENS CALL STEWART CARR AND HIS TEAM ON 01962 849000

Women have handbags, men have sheds, and all that is essential to the wellbeing of both are contained within. Men without sheds tend to have a surrogate space, or they go walking. A lot.

This may seem to be a bit of an assumption but there are, in fact, a growing number of ‘men-shed groups’ springing up in the UK, following a distinctly Australian trend. There does appear to be a deep-rooted desire for many men to be able to disappear into their own world, and to potter in their particular cave of choice.

Pottering for men is found to improve health, lower blood pressure and improve the stress levels. Most men appear to have an ‘inner shed’. It may be a rickety old one from a previous owner that has been done up and is the emporium for tools, DIY, and ‘stuff’, but in here you may find a radio, a fold out chair and a thermos.

Alternatively it could be a smart office, complete with electricity, broadband, heating and a big chunky lock to keep everyone else out. You can buy some stunning garden offices these days and to be honest they are the perfect way to work from home as it makes you leave the house and ‘go to work’. They can give your day an edge and a routine.

The greenhouse is another type of ‘cave’ for pottering in and the upside is that it you can also use it to produce vegetables, bedding plants, cuttings and seedlings to keep your garden going at a base cost. The downside is that it is see-through so if you have just put your feet up, got the paper out and poured yourself a cup of coffee, you can be spotted.

One word of warning to all those men and their sheds. “Women have become the largest part of the growth market in sheds and greenhouses.” We too have an ‘inner shed’.

ST BRELADECONTEMPORARY FAMILY BUNGALOWPrivate driveway approach and quietly located. This 4 bedroomed bungalow has been tastefully extended and modernised to a high standard. Comprising large living room and sun room and modern family kitchen.

There are good sized gardens with views over fields. Double garaging and ample parking

ST CLEMENTDETAChED FAMILY hOMEApproached by its own electrically gated entrance this most appealing and very spacious 6 bedroomed home, has been finished to an incredibly high standard and is offered in walk in condition. Situated close to the beach and within a short drive to town.

Internal Viewing A Must.

ST OUENChARMING PERIOD hOMEDating back to the 18th century with many original features. Lovingly maintained and In truly walk in condition. This versatile and spacious detached property has 5 to 6 bedrooms and could be used as a 2 generation or home with income. Mature south facing enclosed garden, garage and parking.

ST hELIERAPARTMENT WITh LARGE TERRACEA purpose built 1 bedroom apartment with well proportioned rooms and private 35’ sun terrace.

There are also communal gardens with direct beach access and conveniently located to town.

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Matt Silver Moroccan Tray | Pebble Home | £15.00 Rustic Green Clock | Pebble Home | £50.00 Royal Oak Wallpaper | Lewis And Wood At Ash Interiors | £39.90 Per Metre Squiggly Wallpaper | Vivienne West-wood by Coles & Son | £64.00 Per Roll Oak Leaf Wallpaper | Coles & Son At Ash Interiors | £63.00 Per Roll Blue Plaid And Leopard Print Armchair| Glimpze Furniture At Morton And Morton | £1,995.00 Marconi Spotlight | Authentic Models At Morton And Morton | £1,095.00 1960’s Brass Horse Table Lamp With Cream Silk Drum Shade | Fears And Kahn | £495.00 Cowhide | Owen Barry At Morton And Morton | £380.00 Tangier Sofa | Dynamic Designs At Morton And Morton | £2,295.00

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Webber Costello Globe | Authentic Models | £155.00

Champagne Bead Round Mirror | John Lewis | £200.00

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Whether a holiday from work is off the cards- or you simply suffer from itchy-feet syndrome. Take a journey with me that will have you never wanting to leave your home. Combine innovative interior trends with tribal/animal imagery to excite the imagination, Vivienne Westwood never fails to impress, with her positively groovy Squiggle wallpaper which fits into the very now 70’s print trend. One can also create a contrast by using wallpaper prints that incorporate traditional images such as the fittingly entitled, Royal Oak, featuring countrified creativity that would work harmoniously with a cowhide on the floor of your living room . Quench your wanderlust by using a vintage globe, as an ornament and to spice things up even more visually, use a polo club trunk as alternative storage in your living room. You can juxtapose modern and rural symbolism by purchasing an ultra chic Glimpze Furniture, plaid, cowhide and leopard print armchair. Welcome the Silver Screen into the

bedroom- or living room by accessorizing with an exquisite Marconi Spotlight and be daring by combining sensuous dark chocolate paint with an animal print sofa and team it up with an invigorous burst of colour with a gorgeous turquoise Buddha head statue, for your travel-inspired décor. Litter your kitchen with accessories from your “travels” such as a cool rustic-style Parisian clock paired up with a silver Moroccan tray to add an African twist to your traditional Jersey cottage. Pop a touch of country class on top of your side tables by placing on them, beautiful Fears and Kahn brass horse lamps to soften the dramatic wallpaper. And here we have it, a visit over four continents without even having to catch a plane! There is absolutely no need to be afraid of wallpaper prints or luxurious colours, so take a risk with your interior design, by mixing and matching accessories and furniture influenced from different countries- as well as your own.

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Words | Sinclair Forrest, Senior Conveyancer, Carey Olsen Jersey Telephone 01534 822440 | [email protected]

As a property owner it is important that you know the limits of your property and the various boundaries towards neighbouring owners.

There are four principal ways by which boundaries of a property in Jersey are described in title contracts:-1) Party-owned;2) Owned with relief (or offset);3) Owned without relief (or offset); and4) No boundary claim.

PARTY-OWNERSHIP

Party-ownership is essentially the shared ownership of a boundary enclosure, whether it is a gable wall between two houses or walls, fences or hedges separating adjacent lands. This is the most common means of division between neighbouring properties, particular in housing developments and the built up areas of St. Helier and St Aubin.

In some instances properties are separated by party-owned boundary stones with a dividing line taken between the centres of the stones. A contract will usually provide for the respective owners to establish an enclosure on the boundary line which henceforth will be equally party-owned. Such clauses may stipulate what type of enclosures may be established and include height restrictions.

Responsibility for the maintenance of a party enclosure is shared equally between the neighbouring owners. If, however, the enclosure is damaged or destroyed as a result of any act of one of the neighbouring owners then they are solely liable for its repair or replacement.

OWNERSHIP WITH RELIEF (OR OFFSET)

This is where the side of a building or an enclosure such as a wall is owned outright by the owner of the property upon which it is constructed. The relief or offset is a strip of land running co-extensive with the building or enclosure, and is essentially a maintenance strip, so an owner can maintain and upkeep the

building or wall in question without requiring access onto the neighbouring property.

The relief generally has a width of 16½ins (there are exceptions, but these are outside the scope of this article). However, if there are windows or other openings in such a wall, then the wall (or side of the building) is required to be set back from the neighbour’s property by 2ft 9ins, effectively a double relief, unless the property’s title permits otherwise.

OWNERSHIP WITHOUT RELIEF (OR OFFSET)

In this case, the boundary of the property is the foot of the wall or side of the building. There is no relief or maintenance strip and therefore access rights onto the neighbouring property are required in order for maintenance work to be carried out. Such rights are often set out in a property’s title deeds, but if they are not, then the lawyer acting for the purchaser will seek the participation of the relevant neighbour in the contract to be party to grant such rights. In older contracts there was sometimes a tour d’echelle or ladder right. This was a right for an owner to put a ladder onto his neighbour’s land in order to maintain the side of a building.

NO BOUNDARY CLAIM

At first sight, this may seem an odd heading. Where one property, however, claims the ownership of a wall or side of a building (with or without relief), the boundary of the neighbouring property is usually ‘silent’ in that property’s title deeds, i.e. there is no description in the contract. In these circumstances, the boundary is deemed to be that described in the contract of the property claiming the ownership.

This is a brief look at the types of boundaries that may be claimed. While you will have discussed the boundaries of your property with your lawyer at the time of your purchase, it is always advisable to seek advice should you be thinking of doing any building work near to or on your boundary. This could avoid some unnecessary expenses and headaches in the future.

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In the current economic climate it is difficult to know the best way of presenting your home for sale. “Should I decorate…. replace the kitchen…. pave over the garden….” These and many more are questions that people ask themselves.

However help is at hand in the form of Phil Spencer’s top tips to add value to your home or present it in the best way.

His mantra is “Square footage equals money”, which could be by way of an extension, a loft conversion or a basement conversion, or simply knocking down a wall to gain additional space and light.

Here are some of the suggestions that Phil believes add value to or improve a property, but remember that some of these may need planning consent:

1. Loft conversion – One of the simplest ways of gaining an extra bedroom and bathroom with the minimum of disruption, assuming that you have easy access;

2. Conservatory – An excellent way of extending ground floor living space and getting additional light. Make sure the style of the conservatory is in keeping with the rest of the property;

3. Basement conversion –This is an expensive option and although may add much needed space, needs careful planning as it will affect the structural load of the property and may not end up adding value in itself;

4. Upgrade the kitchen – If you plan to update one room in the house then make sure it is the kitchen, which these days is the main hub of the home;

5. Change the bathroom – This can be done simply by updating taps, fitting a chrome heated towel rail, changing the shower head or adding a mirror with a touch light;

6. Turn your garage into living space – The majority of home owners do not use their garage for cars;

7. Target your likely buyer – Present your property to the most likely purchasers in order to dress your spare room as a playroom, study or bedroom;

8. Pave the front garden – Creating additional parking could add value where parking is in short supply;

9. Paint the outside – First impressions account for a lot when trying to sell and your house should look its best;

10. Ensure windows match the age of the property – If the property is a character property then make sure the windows don’t look out of place;

11. Give the front door a makeover – Buy a new door knob, knocker of just add a new number plate or letterbox, but make sure it looks smart;

12. Put in central heating – this will not only add warmth, but value too. An electric system is easier to retro fit.

Not only will these add value to your property when you sell, but will also enhance your home for your enjoyment too.

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