 We are very excited
to inform
you that the Wheatfields development has obtained a positive Record
of Decision (ROD) from the Western Cape Department of Environmental
Affairs and Development Planning (D:EA&DP). There where no appeals
to the department’s decision and as such the Bergrivier Municipality
was able to grant Land Use Planning Ordinance (LUPO) rezoning to
the land, which they did last month. As expected, there where no
appeals to this decision. We are very happy with these approvals
as they allow us to proceed with the implementation of our development.
After extensive negotiations,
the Bergrivier Municipality has approved and signed the Wheatfields
services agreement, giving their formal approval to the creation
of the Wheatfields Home Owners’ Association and the implementation
of services to and within the development. Now that all approvals
are in place, our professional team has been busy finalising all
of the arrangements and preparing the way for on site work.
Louis, our on-site manager, has installed
the services access to the site, which is via Zebra Street. This
will ensure that all heavy duty construction and supply vehicles
access the site from the north, thereby preserving the Tilla Lane
entrance to the development for your future use.
The Wheatfields Environmental
Management Plan (EMP), which stipulates the environmental requirements
and restrictions for all involved during the construction phase of
the project, has been compiled by our independent environmental consultant
and has been submitted to D:EA&DP as required by the ROD. Detailed
designs for the civil and electrical infrastructure has been completed,
as have the detailed landscaping and building plans. We have been
consulting with some of the finest security companies in the country
and an excellent security system has been designed, ensuring that
you, your family and your possessions will be taken care of in the
best possible manner.
The project is now in the middle
of the tender process, with much discussion being had with numerous
contractors to ensure the best possible bidders are chosen. The project
expects to award tenders soon, with construction anticipated to begin
in the middle of April 2006. Based on the present programme, which
is progressing well and on time, we expect that the development will
be ready for you to take transfer of in January 2007.
 Demands for homes in picturesque town, at the foot of the Piketberg mountain,
shows no sign of abating. Not only is demand coming from upwardly
mobile residents, but it is also being fuelled by a steady stream
of newcomers to the area whose arrival has contributed substantially
to the growth of the town in the last few months. We have noticed
that our market for Wheatfields has mostly been to clients in pursuit
of holiday and retirement homes within a scenic and low crime environment.
Smart forward-thinking investors have also seen the opportunity
and are extremely positive of the investment.
In addition, the employment opportunities offered by the local PPC cement
plant as well as the towns budding commercial and retail sector
are attracting entrepreneurs and job seekers to the area. Not only
are new businesses promoting the local economy and providing jobs,
but these business owners and their management staff are also boosting
the residential property sector in their quest to buy and rent
homes.
Since launching Wheatfields on the 29th September 2005, REMAX Lifestyle
Estates team have achieved a 65% sell out. It is clear that the
trend towards lifestyle properties in Piketberg is by far exceeding
expectations. REMAX Lifestyle Estates has committed itself to a
fundraising initiative whereby the Reach for a Dream Foundation
will benefit from each property sale within the Wheatfields development.
A percentage of commission will be paid over to the Foundation
that assists in making dreams a reality for children with life
threatening illnesses.
With less than 50 stands remaining and only a hand full of stands below
R300,000 Wheatfields proves to be another unique property investment
opportunity. As a Wheatfields property owner we are sure that you
know of someone that you would like to have as a neighbour within
the estate or someone who would benefit from the same type of excellent
investment that you have made, please call us with their details
and we will be more than happy to follow up with them and offer
the same service we have provided for you.
 Development & RE/MAX
Lifestyle Estates Sales Team
Margaret
(Piketberg local agent), Elizabeth (RE/MAX Lifestyle Estates),
Louis (Wheatfields Estate Manager) Janine(RE/MAX
Lifestyle Estates), Villi & Iavor (Developer), Helena
(RE/MAX Lifestyle Estates), Adele (RE/MAX Lifestyle Estates),
Richard (Project Manager)
Elize
(RE/MAX Lifestyle Estates), Maurice & Domonick (REMAX
Lifestyle Estates Broker / Owner’s), Mike (REMAX Elite)
Not present:
John Johnson, Johan Botha, Andre Ludick, Deon Venter (RE/MAX
Lifestyle Estates)
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