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Frequently Asked Questions
DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION
Renowned developers Cenprop, under the leadership of Glenn Hesse. They have successfully developed a number of estates, including Dunkirk Estate in Salt Rock, St. Johns Village in Howick, Mzingazi Golf Estate in Richards Bay and Redlands Estate in Pietermaritzburg. They have also been involved in numerous other residential and commercial ventures.
Who is the financier of the building?
Investec Private Bank.
ADMINISTRATION AND REGULATIONS
Which municipal body governs this area?
KwaDukuza Municipality.
Estimated rates can be calculated using the following formula:
Property Value x 0.008 (rate randage) = Annual rates/11 months
Example:
R2,000,000 x 0.008 = R16 000 per annum / R1,454.55 per month (11 months payment)
R3,000,000 x 0.008 = R24 000 per annum / R2,181.82 per month (11 months payment)
R5,000,000 x 0.008 = R40 000 per annum / R3,636.36 per month (11 months payment)
Has the body corporate been established?**
There is an established Home Owners Association (HOA) and body corporate up and running already.
Who takes care of the maintenance of the building?
This is the responsibility of the elected body corporate.
Who is responsible for electricity, water, and property rate payments?
The owner has independent contracts with each of the service providers and will be directly responsible for each.
Will there be any onsite management services?**
This will be decided by the body corporate.
Will the building have a NHBRC certificate?
Yes, it will have a NHBRC certificate.
What is the building warranty?
The building warranty is based on the JBCC standard, which is 3 years.
What documents that govern living at Lazuli have been approved?
Prescribed management and conduct rules, in terms of the Sectional Title Act, have been established.
One dog under 60cm in height is allowed, and must be fully contained in a fenced garden (where applicable). No cats or any other animals are allowed unless prior approval is obtained from developer or body corporate. All pets for apartments by prior approval only.
Domestic workers are welcome to reside in your individual residence, subject to body corporate rules and regulations, and limited separate facilities for staff will be provided to rent.
BUYING, SELLING, RENTING
Will I be allowed to rent out my property?
Yes, long term rentals will be permitted however this will be subject to body corporate authorization. No short term rentals are allowed.
Will I be able to use any real estate brokerage company for sale or rental of my property?
To ensure security is maintained there will, in all likelihood, be an accreditation process that real estate companies must adhere to.
Can I use the facilities when my property is being rented out?
Use of the facilities is exclusively for the occupants of the units and cannot be used by anyone who is not residing at Lazuli.
FACILITIES
Where are the nearest shops, hospital and business nodes in the area?
Lifestyle Centre, Ballito Junction, Alberlito Hospital, Ballito Business Park.
What security measures are in place for the protection of residents?
24-hour manned security will be in place.
Will there be any storage facilities?**
Yes, there are storage facilities planned in phase 2 of the development.
Are the units air conditioned?
Yes, all units are equipped with air conditioning.
Units have designated visitors parking bays.
How do I get internet connection, telephone, satellite, etc.?
An approved service provider will be appointed by the body corporate.
What fire-protection systems are in place?
The building is fully compliant with the local fire safety requirements. All SANS fire requirements are in place, including hose reels, hydrant points, ventilation and fire doors.