Frequently asked questions
Who are the developers?
Hulett Development Company (Pty) Ltd
What other developments have they done?
i) Marula Hill Industrial Park, Rosslyn, Pretoria
ii) Marula Centre - Retail, Rosslyn, Pretoria
iii) Ascot - Residential, Ballito
Which attorney's have been appointed?
Venn Nemeth & Hart, Garlick & Bousfield Incorporated
Is the development company VAT registered?
Yes
What size is the whole of Brettenwood Coastal Estate?
104,34 hectares
What is the length of the perimeter boundary?
Approximately 4,5 kilometres, consisting of approx. 3 km's walling and 1,5 km's of fencing (1km shared with Dunkirk residental estate) The entire boundary wall/fencing is electrified.
How many houses will there be on the Estate
200 sectional title retirement homes, 350 freehold homes, 150 apartments/villas
What percentage of the Estate will be developed?
70%
Are there any land claims on the Estate?
No
What facilities are offered at Brettenwood Coastal Estate?
i) Walking trails
ii) Forest walks
iii) Bird Hides
iv) Pedestrian access, 600m from beach with a shuttle service
v) 9 fishing dams and ponds
vi) clubhouses including tennis courts, squash and swimming pools, children's facilities
vii) Wellness Centre including a health spa, gym, restaurant, conference and business centre
viii) Fibre-Optic Smart Home System
What is Fibre-Optic Smart Home System?
DSTV, telephone and internet, intercom and CCTV
Who is our communications service provider?
Vodacom Gated Services, a national organisation that installs, maintains and manages a complete range of communication solutions
What services do Vodacom Gated Services provide to Brettenwood?
24/7 Broadband Internet & Email Connectivity, Telephone & Intercom (free internal calls, discounted cell and international call rates), No need for satellite dishes or aerials, IP TV
Can I keep dogs or cats on my property?
No cats, dogs on certain sites
Can my dog walk on the rest of the Estate?
Yes, as long as they are on a leash
Can my domestic worker live on my property?
Yes
Can I build a swimming pool on my property?
Yes
Can I build a tennis court on my property?
Yes, on certain sites
What size house can I build?
Generally up to 500m2, bigger houses can be accommodated on a site specific bases
Can I get finance to assist me purchase?
Yes, in house assistance is provided
Must I use an approved Architect?
Yes
Who are your Architects?
There is a panel of architects: MAB Falkson Architects, Kevin Lloyd, Peter Whitehouse Designs, Elphick Proome
What style can I build?
"The Wright Style" based on the principles of Frank Lloyd Wright
What sort of roof surface can I use?
Slate - coloured tiles including cement and natural slate
Are there certain colour paints I have to use?
Yes, natural earthy colours
How long before I need to start building?
1st June 2010
Once I commence building, how long to complete?
12 months
What surface are the roads?
Block paving
Who maintains the road verges and common areas?
Brettenwood Homeowners Association
Who maintains my garden?
Freehold properties - individual owner's responsibility, Villas and apartments - body corporate
May I have a vegetable garden?
Yes, freehold properties only - subject to landscaping plans submitted and approved
Who was your landscape Architect?
"Insite Architects"
Who implemented the landscaping plan?
"Habiscape" and Hulett Development Co.
Can I plant exotics in my garden?
Yes, not within the indigenous planting strip
Do I have to submit a landscape design for approval?
Yes
How much will the Homeowners Association levy be?
R895.00 per month 2008/9
How much will Vodacom Gated Services cost per month
R389.00 plus Vat excluding call charges
Is the monthly payment to Mutichoice still payable?
Yes
Do I have to pay my own electricity?
Yes
Do I have to pay my own rates?
Yes
Do I pay for the water I consume separately?
Yes, it will be added onto your monthly levy.
How will the refuse removal be operated?
by "Kwa Dukuza Municipality" 2 x weekly
What security system is in place?
Walled Estate, electric fencing, manned access control, security patrols. CCTV
Is there access to the beach?
Yes, pedestrian access, 600m to the beach
Which are the closest beaches?
i) Tiffany's
ii) Sheffield
iii) Salt Rock
What other neighbours are there beyond the boundary?
Dunkirk Residential Estate and Sheffield Beach suburb
Can I purchase if I'm a foreigner?
Yes
Do I get my own Title Deed?
Yes
Can my deposit be in the form of a Bank Guarantee?
Yes
Is there builders Protocol?
Yes
Who pays the commission?
The Seller
Do I pay VAT or Transfer Duty?
Vat is payable on development sales - included in the Purchase Price
What about legal fees?
Yes, transfer and bond registration fees are payable
Will the dams be stocked with fish?
Yes
Can I fish in the dam?
Yes, tag and release
Can I or my children ride quad bikes?
No
Is the development to be done in phases?
Yes
What Municipality will Rates be payable to?
"Kwa Dukuza Municipality"
