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How far is it to the beach?
Twenty paces from the front entrance of The Village you can set
up your umbrella for the day or launch your windsurfer for the
perfect outdoor adventure.
Is
there good security?
Safety is a priority at The Village. All access points into the
development are fitted with the a state of the art, sophisticated
Blick security system. In addition, there are video surveillance
cameras, 24-hour guards with rapid response service and secure
basement parking.
What
is the origin of the unusual architecture?
Creative minds and hearts attuned to the flowing elegance of nature
have combined to create an environment that brings the relaxing,
feel-good experience of outdoor living into your home environment.
Is
there a satellite link?
There is a satellite link. All you have to provide is your own
decoder and subscribe to M-Net /DSTV
What
about telephone lines?
The telephone lines are already installed, all you have to do
is arrange for the service to be connected.
How
do I get my electricity?
Each unit is fitted with a pre-paid electrical board.
How
am I billed for water consumption?
Your water consumption is an expense borne by the Body Corporate
and is covered by the levy you pay.
Is
use of the gym and pool included?
Yes. The pool is owned by The Body Corporate. The gym, although
privately owned, at present has an arrangement with the body corporate
that allows residents to join free of charge, with a nominal one-time
administration fee to cover individual membership cards.
What
is the policy regarding pets?
The Management Rules of the
Body Corporate provide that pets can only be kept with the permission
of the Body Corporate.
Who
looks after the garden and communal areas of The Village?
An employee of the Body Corporate
cleans walkways etc., while a Garden Maintenance Contractor who
is engaged by the Body Corporate cares for communal gardens.
How
am I billed for my rates?
Your rates are included in
your monthly levy.
How
are my levies calculated and what do they cover?
The unit holders share
all the costs incurred by the Body Corporate as a levy. These
levies are in proportion to the registered area of each unit.
The Body Corporate sets a budget every year to cover its costs
and the annual levy is based on this budget. The following
items are covered by levies:
- Costs for building and grounds
maintenance
- Security costs
- Building insurance
- Electricity and water costs
for common areas
- Rates
- Management costs
How
does the Body Corporate Function?
The Village Body Corporate
functions as prescribed by the Sectional Title Act.
(a) Board of Trustees (elected
by members annually at A G M) meets once a month, together
with the Managing Agent in order to discuss issues and make
decisions.
(b) Day to day affairs and
accounting etc. are handled by the Managing Agent.
(c) Trustees periodically
send out a newsletter.
(d) Members are welcome
to communicate with Trustees and/or Managing Agent at any
time.
What
sort of development is planned for the undeveloped sites adjacent
to The Village?
Plans have been approved
for two additional commercial buildings that are similar in
style to The Village Gate House, which is across the street
from The Village. There is a model on site that shows the
basic configuration of these proposed buildings. The Developers
may modify these plans within limits prescribed by the Sectional
Title Act and naturally reserve their right to do so. |
