Q. Do I need to build within a certain time-frame?

A. No, but empty sections must be well maintained and once construction starts, it must be completed within 15 months.

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Q. When are titles expected?

A. Titles are now issued for all sections. Completed houses are inhabited and more are about to begin construction.

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Q. Who is involved in the development?

A. Patterson Pitts (Dunedin) Ltd are the surveyors and project manager. Geosolve are the geotechnical engineers and Clearwater Civil Ltd are the lead civil contractor. All are highly reputable in their fields and they have a strong background working together on projects such as this. 

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Q. What is the Ground Water Mnanagement system?

A. All sites have been designed by a geo-tech engineer and are certified as being suitable for building, with enhanced land stability. A ground water management system has been put in place to achieve this and is operating successfully. An engineered counterfont and centrefugal drainage system has been placed underground at depths in excess of 2-3m on some of the upper sections (lots 1, 2 and 18-22) to capture any ground water and release it into the storm water system. These sections may require additional foundation design such as a suitable concrete slab. Lower sections have some deep drainage in excess of 6m but have no effect on foundation requirements. 

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Q. Can I put in a retaining wall? 

 A. Yes, if you wish, standard building rules apply as do DCC requirements and materials are restricted by way of the design guidelines.

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Q. Do I need a storm water retention tank?

A. All households will require a 15,000 litre storm water underground retention tank. This type of requirement is becoming a council requirement throughout New Zealand to manage stormwater under a principle called "Hydraulic Neutrality" where pre development peak stormwater flows cannot exceed post development flows requiring developments to manage their stormwater.

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Q. What if I buy a section on a Right of Way?

A. Owners of sections that share a right of way will responsible for the maintenance of that ROW. The ROW surface will be asphalt so there should not be any need for any maintenance for some time. In addition the combination of DDC rules and covenants allow building 2.5m off the ROW as opposed to 4.5m from sections facing the road boundary.

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Q. Is there a minimum build size?

A. No, but rules around completion, temporary accommodation and occupation will be enforced.

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Q. How do I know if my design ideas's will be accepted?

A. The developer is open to multiple queries from buyers or potential buyers and is more than happy to offer feedback.

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