palm bay view

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
11/03/2008 07:40

just joined the forum have bought at palm bay view out to do the snagging in may anybody kow how the complex is looking

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5946

Message Posted:
11/03/2008 09:46

hi bloggy welcome to the forum , hope you enjoy it , if my memory serves me well someone posted a message about palm bay view i will bring it forward

regards , simbas

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5946

Message Posted:
11/03/2008 09:51

see message 1 under topic newbie

simbas

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
11/03/2008 23:37

Hi Bloggy,

Just returned from TRNC having bought apt at Palm Bay View. The site is looking great, we are due to complete in twelve months. They were filling swimming pool structure for leak test ,due to be complete in May.

Was very impressed with Developers/Builders.

Get the beers on ice for this time next year.



Mike.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
12/03/2008 22:36

Hi Mike



good to here from you the developer builder came personally recommended by our friends who have retired to NC we are out in May to do the snagging we are no.10 on the block over looking the pool let us know your apt. details and will have a look how things are progressing and report back.We also hope to go in October when are you going again



Bloggy

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
12/03/2008 23:42

Hi Bloggy,



We have bought No 18, founds were in and assured complete in twelve months. Hope to go back out sometime in October but flights are still difficult from N.Ireland so not sure of dates yet. Flew from Dublin last time, good price but total of 19 hrs travelling. Might try Larnaca this time.

Was very impressed with Builder/ Developer and managed to negociate a few extras. Roll on next summer as hope to spend a lot of time out there.

What agent and solicitors did you use?

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7820

Message Posted:
13/03/2008 00:05

Steve,

19 hrs travelling you really are a super hero,

Regards,

Paul.

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
13/03/2008 00:16

Hi Paul,

If we fly to mainland we get screwed on the short flight but get a good deal onwards but most of the time have to stay overnight as unable to tie up flight times. Dublin flights were good but takes two and a half hours to get there and three to four stop in Istanbul. £245 return ex Dublin. Flights from Belfast mostly charter to Paphos, when looking for last trip supplement alone ex Belfast was £180.



Mike

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 01:16

Hi Mike

sorry to here about your flight probs sounds like a real bummer we fly to Larnaca from Brum but there is an Ercan flight on Monday afternoon in the summer so we are tryin that later in the year.Its easy to arrange for transport from Larnaca if you have any probs let me know



Bloggy

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 12:13

Hi Bloggy, who do you use for the transport from Larnaca, might have a look at flights from Brum as we can fly from Belfast City to there at a reasonable cost and times look good. Who do you use from Brum?



Mike

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 20:04

Hi Mike

we are flying Thomas Cook in May thats on a Wed. early morning about 7.10 have flown on a Sunday before with Thomson,s that was last October and that was about 8.0 in the morning going to try direct to Ercan in October thats 1.30 lunchtime on a Monday I paid £200 for the TC flight and the October one is £228 as for the ride over from Larnaca I pay £35 each way and the driver takes care of the p/work at the border actually its quite a pleasent trip my friends take care of that for us but Im sure we could arrange it for you if you go that way



Bloggy

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 20:08

Hi Bloggy, thanks for info, will look into it over the weekend.



Mike.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 20:16

Hi Mike

we are flying Thomas Cook in May thats on a Wed. early morning about 7.10 have flown on a Sunday before with Thomson,s that was last October and that was about 8.0 in the morning going to try direct to Ercan in October thats 1.30 lunchtime on a Monday I paid £200 for the TC flight and the October one is £228 as for the ride over from Larnaca I pay £35 each way and the driver takes care of the p/work at the border actually its quite a pleasent trip my friends take care of that for us but Im sure we could arrange it for you if you go that way We used Homesabroadcyprus.com you can contact Katie-Lee Brewin at katie.lb@homesabroadcyprus.com she,s a terrific agent and will sought out any problems you may have her brother used to play rugby in Belfast for the Harlequins



Bloggy

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 19:31

Hi again Bloggy,



Looks like Dublin again for October. Looked ex Brum but flights from Belfast too expensive and would need overnight stay. Can get the flights from Dublin with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul for £230 each and only costs me £6 each for coach travel to Dublin. If I could be assured flights to Istanbul would not be delayed would only have one and a half hour stop there but too risky. Looks like another long day. Flight going is not a problem but coming home leaves Erchan at 5:00 AM, matchsticks holding eyes open.

Maybe see you when we are out there, will be down to see how apt is going, measuring up for curtains, organising furniture etc so maybe you will have a few insider tips by then if you are getting your apt soon.



Mike

Ediz M


Joined: 29/01/2008
Posts: 26

Message Posted:
30/03/2008 22:13

Hi Bloggy, Mike,

I have also purchased in Palm Bay View, No 49 Pool side crescent. Ive looked for others like yourselves a few times before, its nice to finally hear somone else talking about it. I bought over two years ago when it was just a field and my 2 year contract is reaching its end. Im soon to do the snagging and collect the keys. However, i will have to furnish it and wait until next summer before a holiday.

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
31/03/2008 00:09

Hi Ediz M,



Again nice to hear from another neighbour, we are booked to go back out in October for an update and snagging around Feb,2009.

Hope all goes well for you.



Mike.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
31/03/2008 21:01

Hi Ediz



when was the last time you were out pbv



Bloggy

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
17/04/2008 20:08

Just had another load of photos from our agent. She says that they have not yet started to tile the pool but expected in next few days.



The photos are mainly of blocks D and E as that is where we have bought, they are certainly not hanging around. If anyone wants the photos PM me.



Mike.

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
25/06/2008 08:42

Hi Boggy I believe you are my next door nieghbour at Palm Bay View we are no.11 I emailed you some weeks ago but never had a reply. No.9 advised me of this web site. We are going back mid July.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
25/06/2008 22:10

Hi grandma (Sheila)

sorry for not replying to your e.mail but have been waiting for the costings to come in for the sheeting overhead and decking, as soon as I hear I will let you know .I hope I may have some info before you go out in July once again sorry for not getting in touch



all the best



Bloggy

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
27/06/2008 01:45

Hi All



Just registered and thought I would introduce us.

We are Chris and Margaret from Surrey and have three kids, Sam 15, Harry 6 and the Princess Tilly 3 next week (I apologise now for any they do to you in the future).

We are buying number 8 and are going for a 2 week holiday at the beginning of August so it would be nice to hear from anyone else who is going out around the same time.



Great to know you are out there



Speak soon



Chris

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
27/06/2008 10:07

Hi Teamcharms,

We are no 11 and now from South Coast (lived in Epsom many years ago) we will miss you this trip as we return on 30th July. We have 5 children only one still at home, Louisa 17yrs (a big Abba fan, Down's) but you will have more in common with the grandchildren. Erin is 3 and Ethan 2 (plus one arriving any time now! We are likely to bring Erin out next year, but as a family its likel to be the year after. So your princess should have at least one friend.

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
28/06/2008 00:24

Chris,



Morty from No 9 PBV writing, good to have you with us. I understand you have been told of the private garden situation i.e we the owners are liable to cover it !!! I was out in TRNC in May and got some details of artificial grass, see other posting for PBV which I will bring up to top of the pile. Bloggy (No 10) is also looking at a decking option. Any thoughts.



We now have all the owners of garden appts No's 8, 9, 10 & 11 on this forum.



Bet your looking forward to your hol, lucky you.



Morty

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
08/07/2008 07:17

Morty



Nice to hear from you neighbour, look forward to having a beer over the fence.



Have spoken to Bloggy by phone and am waiting for some prices on the decking option and he also spoke about the artificail grass. Either one sounds good to us as they both have their merits.



Really looking forward to getting out there. Not sure if the pool surround is totally finished yet but we are hoping.



Hope to hear more soon



Chris

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
08/07/2008 07:17

Hi Grandma

Shame we will miss you but will be interested in reports from your stay. You may even get to see our furniture being delivered during your stay as it is due to be there just before we arrive. Had some photos sent by the office over there showing the completed road to the back of our apartments, looks good.



My wife Margaret is also a big Abba fan so will no doubt chat to Louisa when we get to meet, could even be a Dancing Queen duet after a wine or two.



Tilly was 3 last Friday and I am sure will enjoy playing with Erin in the playground when it's finished. If you want to meet Harry just hang near the pool and he wil introduce himself to you.

Speak soon

Chris

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
08/07/2008 22:18

Just for info I will post the details I have for the artifical grass on this PBV thread, the other one seems to have disappeared off the face of the earth !!!



1. What prep work is required ? Easy Lawns (Tolga) do all the work on the ground & it is included in the price.

2. "Grass" is guaranteed for 5yrs.

3. It stays in place by way of a special glue.

4. It lets any water through into the ground.

5. It requires little or no maintenance.

6. It does not discolour.

7. Costings are between £25-£35 per sm.



Easy Lawns are located on the road to Karsiyaka, head for Lapta then some.

Approx 20mins from Kyrenia. It is recognised by the "Tolga's" Bar & Restaurant sign on the left hand side, Easy Lawns are aside. Tel No 05428 593212.



As I write no exact measurements re the the garden area are available, but Sheila (No 11) is looking into this on her hols. Hopefully, then we can work out the costings.



Have a great hol Sheila & family and Chris & family. please give us an update when you get back.



Morty

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
12/07/2008 14:34

I've just heard the pool will not be completed in time for our holiday, very disappointed! still there is always the sea. Yes I will try and get a total size of our gardens while I'm there. I've just been in Deal seeing the new grandson into the world, so now three grandchildren.

Sheila

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
13/07/2008 18:33

Sheila,



Congrats on the 3rd grandchild, tell you what take the next 2 weeks off . go to TRNC on holiday and enjoy !!



Hope everything goes well at PBV and you are really impressed with how its all looking. Next time for the pool ! Looking forward to hearing all about it. Have a great time.



Morty

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
14/07/2008 00:54

Grandma



Bad news about the pool, we are due to go out 5th August and they assured us it would be finished.



Will contact PBV office to get status report and will post the reply



Chris

Hatty


Joined: 13/07/2008
Posts: 261

Message Posted:
14/07/2008 02:03

I was there two weeks ago and to be honest the pool and pool area looked like it would not be finished for some months yet.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
14/07/2008 22:23

Hi All

got the gardens measured 35 sq metres thats each am getting a price off easy lawns and will le you all know what the damage is also am now waiting for a price for the sail cloth over and will keep you all posted.Sorry to here the pools not finished but at least some of the roads are in.



Bloggy

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
15/07/2008 08:16

Thank you for that Bloggy, I shall just enjoy the sun and other peoples pools.

Grandma

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
19/07/2008 20:56

Hi there

First time I've visited the site as my husband as been frequenting it!

Hoping the pool wil be ready in August as promised or there will be compensation from PBV coming our way methinks!

Hoping all our neighbours have a great time out there if going this summer and hopefully we all may get to meet up next year?!

Margaret

PS - 'grass' seems a bit pricey...not sure if the decking could be a cheaper option???

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1361

Message Posted:
19/07/2008 21:44

compensation whats that,sorry but dont even bother .

swimming pool ,as far as i know it won,t be ready becouse there is a ban at

the moment on filling new pools due too the lack of water.

the complex slows down a little this time of year due to the heat.

i went last year and the year before in july and progress was slow ,but it picks up rapidy in the cooler months.

still it is one of the best complexes in the trnc



musin

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
30/07/2008 22:18

Hi Grandma



If you are back I hope you enjoyed your stay despite the pool let down.



Did you find any pools that you could use or were you left with the beach?



We are going out next week and looking forward to getting apartment ready



Chris

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
30/07/2008 22:54

Chris ,



Acapulco Beach Complex has been getting positive reviews on a number of threads over the last few weeks. Seemingly it has a very large pool, 4 water slides, sunbeds & parasols and a beach as well. Family of 4 costs 40 ytl for a day.



It may be worth considering as a "pool" alternative until next year.



Have a great holiday at PBV & I hope everything goes well with the moving in.



Morty

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
31/07/2008 10:25

Hi Chris,

yes we are back, thank God! I've told Carol-Anne you are welcome to borrow any bits from our apartment while you set up. We enjoyed The Grove inn as a free pool, only needed to buy a drink, also Escape beach was great. Laura beach was also nice. There were disappointments but hopefully will be better next year. GOOD LUCK

grandma

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
31/07/2008 21:44

Hi Grandma

it sounds like everything did not go to plan on your trip,were things not quite as you expected.Anyway I bet your latest grandson was glad to see you back our fourth bloglet is due the end of August. I am still waiting for the prices I enquired about,no reply as yet put it down to the extreme heat this time of year

if there is anything we need to know add to the thread as we are out at the start of October



Grandad Bloggy

kamal


Joined: 11/06/2008
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
12/08/2008 23:08

Hi everyone, myself and the family will be going out to PBV on the 27th August for 1 week. My aim is to see in person how the complex is shaping up. I have been e mailing carol-anne and asking her if she would be kind enough to up date me on the pent house I purchased. Apparently I have not had a reply. I think it must be the heat. Has any one been out there recently? it would be nice to hear from you.

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1361

Message Posted:
12/08/2008 23:29

hi kamal

which block have you bought from, my cousin went two weeks ago while he was passing by and he says that there is some tarmac down and the pool is finished ,however no water ,but it is coming along albeit slow .

it is very hot so the work slows down this time of year,but picks up around

september.



musin

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
15/08/2008 10:24

Hi Kamal, we spent 2 weeks in our pbv apartment, but rather wished we'd waited until next year, lots of dust so constant cleaning (to be expected while building work is still underway) and some problems we didn't expect, so don't have your hopes set to high.

grandma

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2955

Message Posted:
15/08/2008 12:52

Hi All



Sounds like you will soon be enjoying lovely holidays in your apartments at PBV. If you would like to see examples of Tolga's easy grass and garden projects or would like more information please have a look here http://www.northcyprusgardeningservices.com



Jo

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1361

Message Posted:
16/08/2008 20:03

grandma



i was not aware we could stay at palm bay view yet as it has not been issued a habitations licence,did you have water connections i am aware we have

electricity.

you must be on the crest .



musin

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
22/08/2008 19:02

Hi,

I am buying an apartment on PBV as well. We are travelling over to NC in 3 weeks time.We had been led to believe that we too would be able to stay in our apartment, that was, until last week. Some "technical problems" have arisen, whatever that means! At least when we visit the Island we shall be able to go to the site and make our own assessment. I understand the Developers will be installing the meters and then pass on the cost to each owner.

Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
22/08/2008 22:38

Popeye,



We were out in TRNC in early June and spoke with Chris Ritchie (Sales Manager). He indicated all apts would have electric / water meters installed at a cost of approx £450 per apartment. Perhaps, this is a matter you could seek clarification on when you visit PBV in a few weeks. When you read the connection costs of others on this forum it makes you shiver !!!



Morty

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
27/08/2008 13:19

Yes we did have a water supply, (most of the time) shared with the office and electricity was on. Just had a real weeks holiday in England.

grandma

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 08:33

Would any of my neighbours be thinking about renting out their apartment, late May/early June next year? My son has decided to get married in Kyrenia so we will need extra space, providing there is water in the pool and most of the building work is completed. Could be quite a party!!!

Grandma

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 20:01

Hi Grandma

we would be quite willing for you to have the use of no.10, am out in oct. to start furnishing and then back in april/may to finish dont see a problem with your dates

Bloggy

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
13/09/2008 09:51

Thank you so much Bloggy, I'll confirm dates as soon as I have them and will ask Carol Anne to give you my email so we can talk rates, unless our apartent would be of use to you in the future.

grandma

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
25/09/2008 01:54

Morty,

I have just returned from NC and visited PBV two or three times. The likely cost of the services is still said to be around £450.00 per apartment. Still no date for the meters as these are in the hands of the government bodies. Not many workmen around in view of ramadan etc but the workmen were due back on Monday of this week.

Carol Anne advised me that the sangging for all of the Crescent phase is due to start this week.

Progress, as everyone knows in NC is slow, but we arre getting there. Work is under way with the changing rooms beneath the pool.

Look forward to hearing from anyone one who may be going there in October..

Popeye

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
25/09/2008 16:06

Popeye, Thats the message I finally got from Carol Anne with regards to snagging..........which should have been done 4 months ago on Mine!



Im going out there Oct 6th to find out progress on mine and try and hold them to a handover date.......fed up with waiting its over run by 6 months on my contract. Its not just going to be a holiday home for me but permanent residency. The delays have cost me dearly here in the UK....wanted to be in Cyprus July of this year.



nunu

happybunny


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
25/09/2008 17:24

Hi Popeye, thanks for the update, you're right rogress in North Cyprus can be slow and I think we have to remember that - it's not the UK - for as frustrating as it could be!



Nunu, I suppose on reflection you/we could have done a lot worse, given some of the builders' stories here. Got the latest Newsletter and it is looking really good - just remember, what's worth having is worth waiting for, keep calm.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
25/09/2008 17:40

OK Happy Bunny! I will try to remain calm...true it could be worse from some of the people Ive met who have lost all their money or still waiting for completion on their properties after 5 years!



Ive been very patient, I believe Palm Bay view is to a high quality build development. It will be worth the wait Im sure.....but not much longer I hope!



nunu

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
25/09/2008 20:32

Hi Popeye

going out on the 6th October looking for furniture if you need anything sorting let me know,which apt bloc have you boughtk



Bloggy

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
27/09/2008 01:03

Popeye,



Thanks for this update re the meters, here's hoping the cost stays around that £450 mark. It was also good news to hear that progress is being made at PBV, even if it is slow. Sorting out "our" snagging hitches is another move in the right direction even though it will result in a request for final £2k payment.

I did mine in May so it is really about time it was sorted.



Hope you had a great holiday.



I know we have a few PBVers going out in OCT, so, here's hoping they come back with more good news. All of you have a great time.



I understand the frustration of others who have signed up over 2 yrs ago, compensation as per the contract, hopefully, will be paid & any worries dispelled.



Morty

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
27/09/2008 01:16

Morty, I note you mention a final £2000 payment ref snagging? I relating to your final completion payment or is this in addition? Can you please explain?



Im really getting concerned with all these extra costs, ie the registration on contracts etc. Lawyers extra fees....



nunu

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
28/09/2008 00:06

Nunu,



Sorry for any confusion caused, this 2k relates to the final completion payment ( as per original contract) and is not in addition.



Have a great holiday and I hope you get the answers you are looking for.



Morty

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
28/09/2008 03:36

Hi Morty, Thank you for verifying the details ref final payment.............



I Hope to have a good holiday......Im sure it will be all good!



Regards



nunu

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
15/10/2008 09:56

Hi Bloggy

The Wedding is June 4th so please can I "book" your apartment for 30th May - 6th June. It will be me my husband and teenage daughter in your apartment while I let my son his patner and young family have mine. WE will be out from 20th May until 10th June.

Very keen to know how Chris got on, and People making October trips

grandma

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
20/10/2008 03:12

Have any of the members visiting PBV this month yet returned. If so, what news is there of the snagging, or for that matter, any news worthy of note?



Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
20/10/2008 20:24

Popeye,



there is some news and pictures kindly posted by Mike @No 18 on the other PBV thread. This thread will give you up to the minute PBV news as a lot of the posts relate to visits within the last couple of weeks.



Morty

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
20/10/2008 20:25

Popeye,



there is some news and pictures kindly posted by Mike @No 18 on the other PBV thread. This thread will give you up to the minute PBV news as a lot of the posts relate to visits within the last couple of weeks.



Morty

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
22/10/2008 11:13

Hi all, what other PBV thread? clearly I have missed something, but am desperate for news, particularly as todays newsletter says they are changing contractors!

grandma

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
22/10/2008 19:48

Grandma,



Good to hear from you, hope things are well.



Other PBV thread with all the recent news is listed on 21/10/08 @ 19.38.

It contains some 20 pictures from Mike 's (aka Steve Austin) trip a week ago. It is contained within message 40. This thread contains details of possible completion date for complex which will make it tight for the wedding.

Sorry, but I thought you better know



Best regards,



Morty

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
22/10/2008 20:52

Dear all PBV purchasers, I recently visited the site and my apartment. To cut a long story short they have curtailed the contract with the builders.



I am not sure for what reason/s, but I would imagine they were not delivering!

They were in Yavas Yavas mode.



They have new contractors now that have imediately started work on phase 1 and the Cresent area to complete asap. PBV in my estimation has lost 6 vital months of production which is a shame but it now seems to be back on track.



My estimation and promise is it will be ready for Christmas!



If any of you are buying a phase 1 apartment then you need to start making noises of compensation, as there is a breach of contract and penalty clause for late delivery currently on mine 3 months (That is not including the 4 months grace period)



I have agreed with PBV Management to refrain from posting negative info on PBV. I believe it will be a prestigeous model piece development when it gets completed.



nunu

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
24/10/2008 00:38

Morty,



Thanks for the information. Like Grandma, I didnot know there was another thread. Have now seen the photo's and the site is taking shape.

Nunu states his estimation is for completion around Chrismas. I wonder if that estimation applies to all the first three blocks known as the Crescent phase - lets hope so!

Who is next to go out there?



Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
24/10/2008 23:20

Popeye & others,



I phoned PBV on Fri 24th Oct and spoke with Carl Anne. I raised some of the queries that have been rasied on this forum over the last couple of weeks.

Answers :



1. Completion of complex is aimed at May 09.

2. New contractors have not yet started work, although final negotiations are taking place with one and it is hoped they will start on PBV very soon.

3. Snagging as per owners wish list has started on buildings A, B & C.

4. Christmas completion is not on.

5. As per newsletter blocks A,B & C are being connected to the water tank.

6. It is hoped before the end of the year PBV will issue a newsletter explaining what owners will have to do re electric meters & connection.



I hope this assists.



Morty

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
25/10/2008 17:08

Hi Grandma

Think we may have noted how we got on on another thread.

Couldn't stay in the apartment as wasn't finished, and stayed at Turtle Bay instead - very nice!

Please with the progress so far, despite our disappointment when we got out there!

Looking to go out in Summer hols next year and fingers crossed all will be finished.

Didn't know about the £450 fee for the elec/water meters though - we thought that PBV management were fitting and were going to bill us all individually for the cost of elec/water?

Waiting for prices to become available with Pegasus for flights (seem very reasonable) next year.

Must check our contract as I am sure we must be due compensation now (think this should have started from August)

Hope the wedding goes well - sounds like a fantastic thing to do!!!

Chris & Margaret

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
26/10/2008 21:32

Hello Morty,



Thank you for taking time out to phone Carol Anne.



The new Contractors, when appointed, will have to get their skates on if they hope to complete complex by May 09. I would be shocked if that time scale was met. It is encouraging to know that snagging is on going. Are you in Blocks A B or C?

Best regards

Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
27/10/2008 20:48

Popeye,



Im in Garden Appt No 9 which is block C.



I agree, the May completion will require a major push by the new contractors.

So, the sooner they are appointed and get going the better !



I have also been told that Nadav has purchased an old wooden boat for the show piece entry. It will be treated and restored then placed some 25ft in the air surrounded by plants , palms & walls.Sounds like you won't drive past PBV without getting an eyeful (so to speak).



I also repeated Mike's request that we should be informed of the completion date, delayed or otherwise, as people will be looking to holiday next year.

asap.



Where abouts are you on PBV ?



Best regards,



Morty

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
28/10/2008 21:33

Hi Morty,



On the assumption that Block C is the furthest one from the entrance, I reckon you must be in the same block as me. Ours is plot 54 and I am told this will be the postal address. It is a penthouse apartment. Perhaps, the garden ones are numbered quite differently. Any idea of the apartments on which they have so far completed snagging?



We were hoping to go over early Spring for a short break and arrange final matters before holidaying in the summer but at this stage of development, with no completion dates etc it is so difficult to arrange anything. Not sure when Pegasus release flghts for Summer as we flew with them last time. Which company did you use?



So a new boat is going to be sited there! Probably rename the complex "smugglers Bay View" next! Seriously, I am confident the site will look quite stunning when finished.



Regards



Popeye

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
28/10/2008 22:16

Hi Popeye



Your apartment is above Morty's. We're number 8, next door to Morty - what a small little world we are all living in!!



I am sure that the snagging is starting asap on Block A (our one).



We are hoping to go out with Pegasus in the summer, but are waiting for flights - I would imagine these will be released in the next month or so - I will put a post on here if I manage to get a date. As you are booking with them again, they must have been good??



We are also getting excited at the prospect of an early summer finish so we can have a fantastic 2 or 3 weeks out there in the summer hols.



Chris & Margaret

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
29/10/2008 11:53

Hello all,



When I spoke to Carol Anne she indicated that the snagging re blocks A,B & C had just started. In any particular order ? I did not ask. She would not be drawn on a completion date for this but I did ask we are kept informed on an ongoing basis as we all have to plan visits / holidays.



I think if we have any chance for a May complex completion then blocks A,B & C will have to be completelty finished by early Jan 09.



All that I can say is that after speaking with Carol Anne she 100% convinces me that all at PBV, especially Nadav is working towards something that they & we will be very proud off. It may just take a liitle longer than we hoped



Popeye, we have put all our eggs in the one basket and booked already for PBV (wishful thinking) ..... TRNC for next Aug 5th - 19th 2009 . We booked with BA into Larnaca for approx £250. It might not be the cheapest but we wanted to make sure we got out at a reasonable price, so, virtually booked a year ahead !

kamal


Joined: 11/06/2008
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
29/10/2008 17:10

Hi all, has anyone bought in the cliff side bay view zone? We are buying no. 70, and as yet this has not started to be built yet. Regards Kamal

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
29/10/2008 17:30

I believe that January is a realistic time for completion of phase1 around the pool area. They have lost a vital 6 months hence they need to really go for it and complete phase 1. It will help them sell the remainder of the sea front apartments.



Once again phase 1 people, you will be due compensation payments so please dont let them off the hook! I will be instructing my Lawyer to deduct the compensation payments from the final payment.



A CONTRACT IS A CONTRACT FOR BOTH PARTIES. I have paid all my money all bar the final and still do not have my apartment delivered which is over 3 moths late! (+ 4 months grace period overun in addition)



nunu

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
29/10/2008 23:58

Chris and Margaret,

Good to receive your message and to begin to piece together where you and various others are purchasing. Just because we are at the top I promise not to peer over the balcony (at least not too often) at you or Morty!



Morty, it's going to be pretty hot in August. We are hoping to go around June.



Look forward to hearing the latest update from anyone going in the next month or so.



Popeye

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
30/10/2008 10:04

Hi again



We went out last August and eventhough hot, the air conditioning and sea breeze were brilliant! Kids didn't moan about the heat either.



I rang Pegasus yesterday and their summer flights do not come on sale until END OF FEBRUARY. A bit mad I think!



I have checked flights with Cyprus Turkish Airlines (www.kthy.net ) and to go in August for 3 adults and 2 children the price was £1005 - not too bad, and flights are on sale now. They fly into Ercan - with a stop somewhere mainland Turkey.



Hope this helps anyone looking for flights next summer??



Chris and Margaret

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
04/11/2008 10:25

Hi all

thank you for the news, I know I'm thick but I can't work out the other thread! It does look a close run thing for the wedding so we won't book the site restuarant, the reception is now booked next to Bellapasy Abbey.

I am way over contract I believe I was one of the first to sign and insisted on 18months plus short grace period.

I've booked our flights with Monarch at just under £200 each but it is May/June not August.

grandma

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
05/11/2008 23:24

Chris / Magaret,



I think the price you have got for CTA of just over a £1k for 5 is superb, cannot see you doing better.



Sheila,



On looking at your flight prices another job well done !! It just shows if you can stay away from the main holiday periods the cost of flights are very good value.



Last entry on the other PBV thread was on 21/10/08 @19.38, so, you will have to go back a few pages to have a look. Pictures are contained within message 40. Hope this helps.



Regards to all.



Morty

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
06/11/2008 15:36

Hi All

Our prices ended up being £1200 in the end as I left it a week before booking and the cheaper flights had gone :(

Not bad thought still for 3 adults, 2 kids and August travel.

Who's organising the party in the summer then???? (Sorry I think all my messages seem to involve 'party' in them) he he

Chris and Margaret

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
14/11/2008 08:16

Hi All

I have finally found the other link, doesn't look at that stage as though much had happened from July. I'm starting to feel jealous that I'll miss the August party this year. However, if its anything like finished we'll celebrate the first wedding.

grandma

payney


Joined: 17/10/2008
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
23/11/2008 18:23

Hi all,



has anyone just returned and got any progress reports, as we have asked Carol Anne a couple of times, as she is starting to pester us for the next stage payment, if the new contractor has been appointed yet and for some photos, but she keeps skirting arround the issues by saying theres a news letter due. Does anyone have any info on the new contractor as yet. We have some friends in Cyprus at the moment and will be calling in for us to check on progress but they are not back for another couple of weeks.



Payney

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
25/11/2008 12:41

Hi all,



Well the PBV newsletter has arrived, looks like PBV slowly progressing. I am just hoping that a PBV holiday in August 09 is still a realistic dream !!



It is hard, with only photos, to get a real feel for what and where we are.

That being the case I will phone Carol Anne on Fri and try and get some real construction news / completion dates. Don't hold your breath & I will post results on Fri.



If anybody wants anything put to her plse let me know.



Morty

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
27/11/2008 21:31

Spoke with Carol Anne today Thurs, found out the following ;



New main contractors appointed but not yet started, finishing off their other project, it is hoped they will start in December. Sub contractors are only finishing off exisiting work. New Construction work will only be undertaken by the main contractor.



It is expected that the snagging for blocks A,B & C will be completed in Dec.

This will lead to a request for the "final stage payment" being made. Also, Blocks A,B & C (Pool Cres) have passed the inspection of the main Electricity company. Details of what will be required / proposed from us owners re electric meters etc will be detailed along with the request for payment above.



It is still hoped that total site completion will be in May 09.



Fingers X for all of the above.



Morty

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
27/11/2008 22:13

Good evening Morty,



Thank you very much for the update and for taking time to phone the site.

Did you get the impression that, say, over the last month they have actually been working on the snagging for Blocks A B C? Lets hope they will finish this project in December.

I am surprised that the New Main Contractors have still not started although I should'nt be surprised really!

Good news about the services so may be next Spring the Crescent Phase will be ready to occupy. Lets hope.

I have relations staying at Turtle Bay over Xmas and New Year and as they know PBV very well I will ask them to go again. check things for us and take photos. I will gladly report back the progress since they saw it last in September.

Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
27/11/2008 22:51

Popeye,



I was given the impression that the snagging for blocks A,B & C had been ongoing for a few weeks and we should be hearing about it (completion) and the electric very shortly.



We can only hope eh !



I look forward to hearing your update after Xmas.



Morty

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
27/11/2008 23:15

Morty,



Great job and some good news. I emailled this evening basically asking same questions to which you have already supplied the answers.

As Pegasus have just released flights for summer was hopeing to start bookings for next year but think I will hold back for another while. We intend to go back early March to see how things are going and hopefully spend lots of time in apt June/July/Aug.

Fingers crossed.



Mike.

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
28/11/2008 08:18

Morty, thank you for the news, I've been out of touch for a little while as my computer (along with many other things) was stolen when our house was broken into. I did finally find the other thread!!! It does look tight for the wedding but at least if our blocks are finished and the pool area, with hopefully water in the pool we'll manage. Please all be careful about home security as we are all telling when we are away!

grandma

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
05/12/2008 16:11

Hi all PBV owners

Just had a message from Carol-Anne requesting that we have an inspection of our property in next 30 days as snagging is complete. Does anyone have info on someone local that could do that at a reasonable cost?

As we are now into our 8th penalty month, it seems this cost has been overlooked when sending our bill. I have replied to Carol-Anne highlighting this.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
06/12/2008 16:19

Teamcharms, I too finally got an email with the same request etc. No photos were sent of my apartment, and the most annoying thing, NO APOLOGY for late delivery! Yes you are right 8 months late and as far as Im concerned I will deduct the agreed monthtly penalty amount as per my contract.



PBV attitude is wrong an apology would have been a starting point, I have a friend that is a quality builder that lives very close to PBV and has been kind enough to keep an eye on things and has reported back to me almost on a daily basis. I will get him to inspect my property and he may for a small fee do the same for anybody else on PBV, But I would have to ask him.



The delays and non apology and demanding all the money has taking the excitment of the dream for me with PBV.



Another point that you should all take not of. VAT! To date I have not had my permissions to purchase, also I will pay VAT when I get my PTP and see the Kocan (Title Deeds) on the TABLE!



nunu1

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
06/12/2008 20:10

PBV Owners to be, Club to together! In other words, all unite and stick together and get a fair deal..................PBV,,,......... OWE us!



PBV is a quality development, but they are very late in delivery, this happens in the building industry, however, this is not buying a packet of cigarettes.!!!!!!!!



AND they should be flexible, FOR some people this is not a holiday home, this is going to be a holiday home......not a nice to have OH well when its ready !!!!



THE 8 MONTHS DELAY HAS COST ME DEARLY!!!!!!



nunu1

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
06/12/2008 20:13

ERROR Correction, My last message was supposed to read " This is not going to be a holiday home but a permanent residence!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"



nunu1

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2354

Message Posted:
06/12/2008 20:14

I wish you luck but others have found that their contract is usually not worth the paper it's written on and clauses re compensation are unenforceable due to the way the courts operate.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
07/12/2008 19:02

Nunu - as your msg 90 could you ask your friend regarding the possibility of snagging? If a few of us have this done aroung the same time then hopefully costs will reduce?

Yep we had forgotten about VAT so that's another £2400 to get from somewhere...

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
07/12/2008 20:02

Hi Teamcharms and other PBV Owners. I will ask my contact if He is prepared to do a handover inspection en masse. Depending on how many people would like an independant inspection maybe we could do a reasonable deal for all?



I would rather trust somebody that has been honest and reliable and of course friendly than somebody that is probably biased to the developer/builder!?



Leave it with me folks, will see what I can come up with........



Regards



nunu1

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
09/12/2008 08:04

Hi All, I to have had the email and am very concerned, some of the most serious faults with our apartment, ie water leak from above, blocked drains etc didn't come to light until we had been there a few days. I would like to be part of the mass inspection. My contract was 18months not 2 yrs so I'm 14months over contract,

I feel very disheartened I have just been robbed in England so feel vunerable and fearful of another rip off, when I really can't afford it.

Grandma

gates


Joined: 08/12/2008
Posts: 1098

Message Posted:
09/12/2008 10:25

high i have a commpany that specilizes in snagging and over seeing building projects we carry all the trades plumbing /elect /carpentry /ect ect we can also help in other ways as being a company we know a lot about laws and importing plus good company to import your goods ie containers or part containers if we can help please call me at any time on 090/ o5338433001

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
09/12/2008 20:27

Hi all,



Carol Anne has confirmed, via E Mail, that all the Pool Cres has had the snagging completed. She stated that the landscaping is complete at the front of the Pool Cres appts. Also, work will begin very shortly on landscaping the main entrance area & the pool area.



With regard the maintenance this will be held in a separate account earning interest. Initially, it is hoped that this interest will go a long way to paying the running costs of what requires maintenance now and in the near future, ala what has been landscaped & soon to be landscaped. However, when the pool and other water suplies / functions are up and running this could eat into tthe capital figure. She did hint that by spring the pool may be up and running.



Regards to all,



Morty



ps sorry to hear your shocking news Grandma, hope Xmas and the kids excitement for it all lifts your spirits.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
09/12/2008 22:15

Hi Morty



We are waiting for a message back from our solicitor, but Carole Anne has stated that the 'penalties' will not be deducted from final figure. We have to pay final figure up front and the 'penalties' are sorted at another time. Apparantly deducting this amount is 'not what's done out here'.



Not sure how long we would have to wait for our money, but not happy sending such a lot of money off and having to wait for an amount of money that (due to contract apparantly not worth the paper they're written on) may take ages, or dare I say never to arrive.



Regaids to all



teamcharms

cocos


Joined: 04/04/2008
Posts: 133

Message Posted:
10/12/2008 07:37

You'll never get the compensation payments here. The developers only stick to one side of the contract. YOURS!

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
10/12/2008 18:40

Hi Cocos

Have you experience of this? We have waited a few days to hear back from our lawyers (taking a while...). If so, would you say that we should sit tight and say that we will pay our balance and take off the penalty deductions from that? Very interested to hear your views.

Thanks

Chris & Margaret

cocos


Joined: 04/04/2008
Posts: 133

Message Posted:
10/12/2008 19:57

Teamcharms I doubt if anyone who has bought in TRNC has been given these compensation payments that are in their contracts, or been allowed to deduct them from their final payments. I'm sure your lawyer is going to advise you to pay the balance in full even though they oversaw your contract and put this clause in it, they knew it was a fraudulent clause put in to entice you to buy. People who thought they would get this compensation payment were deceived by the vendors and by their own lawyers. Trouble is the vendor holds all the cards until the laws are changed here. He know you've paid the majority of your money now and cant afford to lose it so he will tell you that unless you pay the final balance you cant take possession and they will cancel your contract. It's the same old story here. Blackmail!

gates


Joined: 08/12/2008
Posts: 1098

Message Posted:
11/12/2008 20:33

all i can say to you lot is beware dont fall in the trap of you know who ? there are people you can trust here that have no conection with your biulder call me (009)05334833001 i can put you in contact with a sertified overseer .

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1361

Message Posted:
11/12/2008 22:34

gates



you know who,err who might that be .



palm bay view has no problems with the way it has been built ,it is well built and all new builds have teething problems which eventually get dealt with .



musin

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
18/12/2008 01:20

Hi all,



Spoke with Carol-Anne on Tues 16th Dec. She informed me that the new "main ciontractors" had started to appear on our PBV site within the last couple of days. Nothing major done yet, but a large digger has appeared on site.



Popeye, perhaps you can ask your relations to give it the once over and hopefully confirm that some major work is ongoing.



Sub contractors continue on with the more routine stuff.



I ordered the shower cubicles as per last news letter and have been informed they should be fitted within the next couple of weeks. That of course has lead to a request for payment, be advised if you are in the same boat.



All PBV ers, plus others, have a great Christmas and a healthy & happy 2009.



Morty

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
18/12/2008 22:09

Hi Morty and others



My brother in law will be checking the snagging on our apartment on 23rd Dec. He dealt with the snagging before and knows the site very well. I quite expect to hear from him before Xmas and he will be able to look at the site in general. I will most certainly ask him to check the progress on the new Main Conctractor and take photos of the grounds. Keep our fingers crossed for good news!

Does anyone have any other particular questions? I certainly want to know more about the installation of meters, the cost and timescale!

Seasonal good wishes to you Morty and others

Popeye

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 08:36

Hi Popeye,

I would like to know the swimmingpool is going to be filled by April and when we can expect the hot tub, shop etc. in other words what will the site look like for my sons wedding! A big order I know.

Any news on a joint inspection of our apartments???

Happy Christmas All

grandma

krissie


Joined: 16/12/2008
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 08:12

Hi - we have just joined. We were the first to buy in PBV (Plot 38 Garden apt.)

Cliff Side Zone. We bought in August 2005 and hope to see our apt. finished before we go to the other side of the grass!! We have taken Nadav off our Christmas Card list many times but still believe that the wait will be worth it.

Nadav told us he would honour the Penalty Clauses but having read recent reports from the forum "one wonders". We live in Dorset and are going out to PBV late April 2009 - managed to get flights from Gatwick £90 return to Larnaca (Easy Jet). We would be interested to find someone reliable to carry out our snagging.

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 20:07

Hi Grandma,



Will let you know what information I find out. When was the wedding again?



As you say, it is one thing having the apartment finished (we hope) but to be able to walk to the pool, instead of accross a building yard, and swim in the pool is just as important.



Popey

kamal


Joined: 11/06/2008
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 23:49

Hi Krissie my name is kamal and I have purchased number 70 block g cliff side would be interested to talk to you my e-mail is asfour_3@msn.com.

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
23/12/2008 09:43

Thank you popeye, the wedding is June 4th, we are going out on May 20th, hopefully for a weeks relaxation by the pool before anyone else arrives, so to me the pool is vital.

Happy Christmas all

grandma

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
23/12/2008 20:27

Grandma, Morty and others,

Just heard back from my brother in law.

The pool will be filled in April. Carol Anne could not make any comment on the hot tub or the shop. The area between the garden apartments and the pool area is still just soil. In fact it has been raining heavily and it is just a mud patch at the moment. The main Contractor has still not started and he was told they would start when the weather gets better!!! The installation of the meters can take between 2 weeks and 5 months. Carol Anne is still waiting for the final costings before being sent to us all. We can move in when the meters are in place.

On the plus side, snagging had been undertaken to our apartment. Most of the faults had been rectified and a few items that were unfinished will be done within a week.

I await photos taken today.



Popeye

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
23/12/2008 21:07

Just a quick follow up to message sent earlier.



I have just had it confirmed that the water is to the apartment. Once we know the cost of the elec meter we need to give the Developers power of attorney to apply on our behalf. What format this will take I do not know. It occurs to me our respective Lawyers' could sign this, under the POA already given.



When I know more I will update.



Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
23/12/2008 23:30

Popeye,



Many thanks for this update, very much appreciated.



Running water and a swimming pool by April, fingers crossed for your first swim in May Grandma.



Electric supply does not appear to be quite so advanced, we can only hope, given their timescales, we are sorted for early summer 09.



Hope those main contractors get on site asap, we need that for any hope of getting the site finished / near finished by summer 09. If it's not, that will be a major kick in the crutch.



Great Christmas to all and here's hoping 2009 brings us what we want, health, happiness and a great PBV complex.



Morty

Jayne62


Joined: 19/10/2008
Posts: 95

Message Posted:
24/12/2008 14:58

popeye

Happy Christmas and a Happy New

From your relations in Esentepe! Wish you were both here.

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 12:29

hi bloggy, how did the snagging go?? we are out in mid jan to snag our appt. at pbv

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 12:55

hi guys , we are new to the forum, we have no. 86 at pbv (cliff side )

are due out in TRNC in mid jan to snag.



be good to hear from all who have bought at palm bay view.



Steve

Moonmelon1@aol.com

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 17:28

Hi Steve,



Welcome, we have apt 18, D block, supposed to be finished March but don't think so. there is another PBV thread with lots of information and all very friendly.



Hope your snagging goes well.



Mike.

kenny



Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 406

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 17:50

welcome to the forum melon

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 22:39

Presumably you all received the email today with total cost and requirements for the Elec and Water meters.

Cost, once again is more than mentioned earlier but perhaps that is reflected in the poor state of the pound at present against other currencies! Still at least it is another move toward what I hope will be a completion soon.

I have emailed our lawyer and suggested he may be able to supply the documents directly to the Developers. Has any member any thoughts and comments?

Morty, Grandma, Mike and to all other members new and old I wish you all a very happy and healthy New year. Enjoy yourselves

Popeye

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 22:40

Welcome Steve,



Like Mike (Steve Austin) said some of us PBVers are getting together on this forum sharing info etc. Hope it all goes well for your snagging, let us know.



Has anybody any thoughts on the £700 for water / electric meters & connection. It does not seem a bad deal to me, considering the horror stories elsewhere. We can only hope this is not a long drawn out process.



Bloogy, were you out in TRNC for snagging ? If so, how did it go ?



Kenny, welcome to you as well.



Best regards to all,



Morty

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 22:49

Popeye,



About to start the night off with a cold one, followed by several other cold ones !!!



Yes , the £700 is a bit higher that mentioned but it appears that amount will include a credit to the water / electric company's. If these utilities are connected & working before April then that will do for me and it will be money well spent. As you say a step in the right direction.



No news yet about the main contractors though.



Wishing you a happy & healthy New Year.



Morty,

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 23:17

Thanks Morty,



Interesting to note there will be a credit on the meters! Cant be bad! I wonder if that will equate to the cost of the first cold one I have just started!



I echo your comments that if by April I can turn on a light and have running water when I walk into the apartment, that will do me.



Keep in touch as I will.



Popeye

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
01/01/2009 14:25

Hi all,



As we have not yet reached the snagging stage have not had the email about water/elec, but £700 seems ok to me having read some of the other horror stories.



Hope it is still at that price when mine is ready.



Roll on the summer.



Happy New Year to all.



Mike.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
01/01/2009 15:45

Happy New Year to all,



We did baulk at the meter cost, but I suppose we will be paying for this electric and water service directly with the supplier so PBV management will not be adding a service fee we assume? Interesting that Carol-Ann had not mentioned on her email that there would be credit on the meters.



We can't wait to go out in August and have everything ready for us to have a wonderful, hitchless holiday!



As we had 30 days notice from 5 December to snag our property, I wonder if anyone (nunu??) knows of someone reliable and 'cheap'!!!



Chris & Margaret Apt 8

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
01/01/2009 19:05

Happy New Year to all!

Teamcharms I did ask my contact out there if He was prepared to survey other apartments at PBV but He did not really want to get involved.



If I can think of anybody else that would be prepared and qualified I will let you know.



Just nursing a New Years Hangover!



nunu1

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
02/01/2009 13:25

Chris & Magaret,



I was taking the "deposit" mentioned in Carol-Anne's E Mail as taking the form of a credit. However, on reflection that may be an amount held on account in case we get into arrears. Sorry for any confusion caused.



Morty

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
02/01/2009 22:03

thnx for the welcome guys, cant belive it has taken me this long to find others from pbv, but atleast i have afew names now ;o)



its reassuring to know of contacts with connection to the site, im sure it wont be long before we are all sat around a bbq with a crate of efes chatting away.....



will post a full report of the site and its progress on my return, we are out there 15-25 jan, if any one has any particular things you want me to check out or maybe a belated christmas present of lead boots for the charming Nadav then happy to help.......

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6025

Message Posted:
02/01/2009 22:22

"Grass guaranteed 5 years" now there's a thought...



Dean (of the "iron bar" Dave fame) of Western paving was giving a 15 year guarantee on all his paving work - until he did a bunk back to the UK...







Nick

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
04/01/2009 10:15

Hi All

Hope the hang overs are better, and you are thinking of going back to work!

I had also been waiting for a reasonably priced independant to do my final inspection, so am disappointed to read Nunu can't fix it for us.

I have also emailed TRNC solicitor as they already have Power of Atterney, but have had no reply yet. But I really need Power and water for April so won't mess about long! Pleased to see the Pool should be working, but have concerns over the other "bits" that were promised in phase 1. Thanks to all of you for the updates, I have no contacts in TRNC so it is reasurring.

Grandma

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
04/01/2009 21:16

Hi Moonmelon

That takes me back......efes beer...mmmmm. Can't wait to get back out there. Chris hoping to go out beginning of February for long weekend to get everything all tied up. Keep us updated on your return. Many thanks.



Grandma, if your lawyer is Gurkan and Gurkan, we had a very quick response from Akan Gurkan as we had complained we had no reply to our email of 8 December (and had been re-sent twice!). He replied following morning. His direct email is - akang@gurkanandgurkan.com. Hope that helps?

Margaret

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
05/01/2009 08:38

Thank you for the info. Teamcharms, our solicitor is Gunesh Mentesh so may not be the same, so I've resent email and will look through papers to see if I have a phone number.

grandma

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 20:36

Hi All,



I have been in contact with Carol-Anne. She has advised me that the main contractors have now started in earnest with heavy machinery etc and they are concentrating on the roads to J and K (seafront) so that is good news.

Has any body yet paid their final payment to the Developers. I imagine this would only apply to those blocks around the pool.

It would be interesting to know if any of you are dealing direct with the appropriate authorities for the installation of meters!

Popeye

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 22:11

Hi Popeye



We are on the poolside zone so should have paid our final installment by now - I am waiting for a msg back from Carol-Anne to see if we can pay that when Chris goes out to check the snagging in the apartment. Hoping so......



We have had msg also from PBV to say that they can arrange the installation for the meters. Cost is £700.



Our fingers are firmly crossed for summer completion .



teamcharms

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 22:56

Hi Teamcharms,



Thank you for the prompt response.



I was fortunate to have my brother in law over there at Christmas. He was therefore able to undertake the final snagging check. When is it that Chris is hoping to get over?



I was aware that PBV will deal with the meters for £700. I will arrange for them to deal with this aspect. I await the power of attorney document from them.



We too are around the pool/crescent zone and hope to enjoy a summer holiday there. Just hope that the meters are installed in weeks rather than months. There must be quite a number of others in a similar position around this zone but only a few registering on cyprus 44. Would be pleased to hear from anybody else. Moonmelon 1 only joined recently and so perhaps it is still not widely known.



Popeye

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 23:33

Hi again Popeye



There is another Palm Bay View thread, not sure how you find it but sure it ends in 3114? Chris hopes to go sometime in February for a few days just to get a few things tied up.



We too await the POA from PBV.



There are quite a few others which you may find mainly on the other thread who are registered on 44 - grandma, morty, steveaustin, bloggy, nunu1 (think these are all poolside owners - sorry if i've got that wrong?)



We are going out for 3 weeks in August and are looking forward to (dare I say???) a P A R T Y!!!!



teamcharms

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 23:40

Hi Popeye,



Stick Palm Bay View into the search at top of page and will show all other threads/



Mike.

popeye


Joined: 19/08/2008
Posts: 57

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 01:21

Mike and Teamcharms.



Thank you. I was aware of the other threads and check them from time to time. Nevertheless, I am sure there must be quite a number of other Palm Bay View owners who are not showing on the 44 site.



Teamcharms, if you receive your details of the Power of Attorney and their requirements I would be pleased to hear.



Lets hope it is a party time for us all this summer.



Popeye

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 14:12

hi guys as i mentioned before we have appt 86, on cliffside area. we have made a final 4th stage payment but not the final £3000 +kdv,(late finish compensation currently running at circa £3000) we are flying over on friday to snag our property. we will also try to take a good few general pics of the site for those of you that have not had chance to get out there recently, personally i have not been onsite since april so hoping to see some major changes. we have not yet had any contact from carol anne regarding meters etc. im sure that will come after the meeting i have with them.



has everyone had their permission to buy from the Tapu and also checks done that there are no outstanding mortgages onthe plots....



steve

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 16:32

Hi Moonmelon



Pics would be great! As for your comment for permission from the tapu to buy and the checks that there are no outstanding mortgages on the plots......I am worried by this - would our lawyer have checked this? I am hoping so....it's their job after all isn't it?



teamcharms

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 20:21

Moonmelon1, To date I have not had a reply or any correspondance from PBV.

I have not yet had my PTP.



I think they are totally out of order at PBV and Bloody ignorant in not replying to my e-mails. Im glad you have held back your compensation figure of entitlement as per your contract.



Would appreciate any pics you can take and send, my property is plot 48 poolside.



Have you had your PTP?



nunu1

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 22:06

our permission to purchase was applied for at the time we signed contracts, your solicitor should have explained this is part of the procedure of buying in trnc. checks on the plot from the TAPU was something we requested back in april and took about 2 weeks to come through, as we were not in trnc to collect the results my solicitor collected on my behalf. but i have not seen the results myself yet , will collect next week.

im not sure this check is a requirement by law but does help you to know if the land has any outstanding mortgages and that the seller is the rightful owner.

im not sure if my check covers the whole of pbv or just the broken down plot our appt.is on. the PTP from the government is a requirement by law. this would be done by your solicitor but would prob not inc. their fee



just to clarify we have not withheld any monies yet. the last payment (which has yet to be requested) just happens to be about the same amount as the accrued compensation should we get it....

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
11/01/2009 22:28

with regard to pbv not answering emails , i know they did have problems with emails and not receiving them as i had to send 1 email 4 times before they received it. i can only hope they were being truthful in saying they had not received them as the email was to their advantage not mine....



not making excuses for them, just a possible reason.......

stevemac


Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 102

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 15:14

message 135 PBV will supply electric meters for £700!!!!! What an extortionate price. You can do it yourself at kibteck for around 600ytl!

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 16:02

Hi Stevemac



Total fee for the service at PBV, which includes the purchasing of meters (electric and water), relevant deposit, and fee for registering Power Of Attorney, is £700.00.



Does this still sound like a stinger??



teamcharms

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1361

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 20:05

hi teamcharms



i think it,s a fair price ,and i believe that includes fitting also,i have a cousin who works for kib tek and still i,m going with pbv,however if you are already there then you could save some money ,but i don,think it will be a great deal

and a lot of running around.



musin

long live the kktc

krissie


Joined: 16/12/2008
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 22:07

hi there

Bob and Krissie here.plot 38.Our solicitors Naomi Mehmet registered our appt with the Land registry.Presumably that would mean that title to the land was able to be transferred to us.What do you think?What is this PTP.It is all getting rather complicated.

Regards

krissie


Joined: 16/12/2008
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 22:07

hi there Kamal

i did send you an Email from my personal Email address.Did you get that??

My Email address is krissie_coleman@hotmail.com Do you know anything about this PTP.Our Solicitor Naomi mehmet registered our Appt with the Land registry months ago.

Regards and hope to speak soon Krissie

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 22:47

my understanding of the process ( and i could be wrong but this is as i understand it) is: you assign a solicitor who then arranges for the land registry checks ,as we do in the uk. they will also apply for your PTP from the government, this process takes around 2 1/2 yrs although we were quoted 1 yr. about 18 months ago in responce to pressure from people and HBPG (home buyers pressure group) to protect buyers from unscrupulous sellers/ builders, the government introduced a process to protect buyers by allowing you apply for checks to be carried out whereby your contract is registered with the Tapu office and they also check to see that the land is eligable for sale and have no current outstanding mortgages on the land/property.

this check with the Tapu office is best done in person#9with your contract and passports) and minutes to apply and results takes about 1 week. your solicitor will offer to do this for you but at pricely cost for their time. i suggest anyone unsure....

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 22:58

cont.



could maybe make contact with the HBPG. link below.



http://www.hbpg-trnc.net/



their website is well worth a visit. the site contains expanations for the whole purchasing procedure, title deed transfers, KDV etc.



excerpt from the site:-

We are now holding a drop in surgery every Tuesday in the Pia Bella Hotel from 12 noon to 3pm for buyers who would like some free help and guidance with any problem they are experiencing with their property purchase. Please bring along all relevant documents.



hope that has been of some help to you, as i say that, this is just my understanding of the process but the website above should be more helpful and probably well worth dropping into their surgery if only to check your purchase is going as it should do, im sure they can help with the mindfield that is connection of meters etc.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
13/01/2009 16:24

hi Bob and Krissie



We have plot 8 and we have done the same as you - we just assumed that was all we had to do. We have had the land registry doc. stamped so should be okay but will certainly look into the hbpg website - thanks very much for the info moonmelon 1



Chris & Margaret

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
13/01/2009 17:32

Msg 146



Cheers for that Musin



I was pretty sure if it was too expensive more of us would have been outraged!



teamcharms

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
14/01/2009 15:40

We have had a response from our lawyer and they say there are 3 processes - land registry report, police report and security report. We have been grantedthe first two and waiting to hear on the third. Not sure what this means though - will keep the board posted.

team charms

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 16:19

we have vısıted the sıte on monday. slow but thıngs are happenıng wıllpost pıcs when ı get back. ı have had a meetıng wıth my lawyer and ı am told they are ready to transfer tıtle deeds although buıldıng ıs not yet complete on the sıte. they had spoken to nadav as he has not yet organısed the parcelısatıon of the land and untıl such nobody can complete the deeds transfer. for those of you who had completed snaggıng and expectıng to take ownershıp soon ı suggest you try to help thıs process along by speakıng both to your lawyer and pbv as there ıs also a 3month wındow endıng end of march whereby the fee you pay for transfer ıs temp. reduced by a sıgnıfıcant amount( somethıng ı was unaware of) fınally any one know a good restaraunts ın the PBV area we can try out? all the best we know are gırne

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 16:37

moonmelon1 Glad to hear PBV is still there! They need to respond to my e-mails!!! That Nadav Im sure does not know how to use e-mail. To this day in 3 years he has only responded twice!!!!



Look forward to seeing the Photos of the site!



nunu1

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 17:26

thıs ıs the emaıl address ı use and always seems to work. steve.







office_manager@palmbayview.com

stevemac


Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 102

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 18:09

moommelon1 you say you had a meeting with your lawyer and they are ready to transfer title. This cannot be done prior to parcelisation unless they are talking about a share kocan and not a full kocan

payney


Joined: 17/10/2008
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 20:23

hi all, might be rubbish weather here but we'll all soon be relaxing in the PBV sunshine!!! (eventually) Just got the newsletter, not a lot seems to have happened other than the arrival of a digger and truck but you never know. Has anyone been out recently and noticed a change? We're buying appt 12, second row back nr the roundabout, are there any neighbours out there. has anyone found good flights this yr, we're thinking of going out september, 'cos its bound to be ready by then!!!.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 21:36

Hi Payney



We're going out for 3 weeks in August and have been told all will be done at start of summer.



We've got apt 8 and Chris will be out to finalise and check the final snagging work at the end of Feb. I will make sure he takes pics, etc then and post.



Moonmelon1 has just come back (or is still out there?)and will post their pics soon.



Cheap flights either go with Pegasus (www.flypgs.com ) or CTA (www.kthy.net ). We travelled with the latter last year and not too bad. Chris is going in February with Pegasus so at least we can compare. Chris just got return flights in Feb from Stansted for £140 return which is alright as we booked them last week! And both fly into Ercan - Bargain!!

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 21:45

Hi all,



Have just had my final snagging done at No 9. Beware, there was a fair number of things pointed out to PBV in June 08 from our 1st snagging trip that have not been sorted.



Well at least we have the main contractors on site and hopefully it's full steam ahead now. From the pictures supplied in the newsletter we are still some way off site completion.



We all live in hope for this summer.



Moonmelon, looking forward to seeing the photos.

Payney, we are NO 9 and are keeping everything X for the PBV summer hols in Aug.



Morty

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 08:34

Hi, All



I've been spitting feathers again as I've found out our solicitor didn't register our deeds!!! cost us another packet and a trip to TRNC consulate in London, so others beware.



Payne I'm No 11 so I assume you are over me, I'm still not just hoping but praying the site is ok with swimming pool working for my sons wedding in Kyrenia on June 4th. We are arriving May 20th.



The worst must be nearly over now, roll on the sun



Grandma

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 21:37

Finally heard from PBV Lexington Lawyer. If I dont pay final monies within 14 days I will be sued, Contract terminated and property sold by Lexington!



What sort of customer service is this? They (Lexington) Are 9 months late in delivery, No Apology, No deduction of compensation payments. No response from several e-mails, No photographs of completed property, AND Still facilities are not ready or completed! (Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Restauarant, bar etc)



Lexington are a disgrace!



nunu1

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 22:54

Hi Nunu



That doesn't sound good at all!



Have you spoken to Carol-Anne asking for pics? I know I get fairly good responses to the emails I have been sending recently.



As far as I was aware the facilites were going to be completed around May / June time? Have you completed the checking of the snagging work work done in your apartment? Chris will be going out there to do this at the end of February.



Hope things get sorted for you



teamcharms

Yvonne



Joined: 16/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 22:58

Hi there, I haven't been out since last April. My final inspection is being completed by a 3rd party out there (recommended by Carol-Anne). I'm #53 overlooking the pool. I should get the keys in Feb sometime.

They are making progress, but it has been a painfully slow process. Hopefully now that the new contractors are well in place, things will move swifter!

Yvonne

Yvonne



Joined: 16/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 23:03

Hi Mike, I'm based in Dublin and have flown a few times via Istanbul (sometimes having to overnight - v expensive). I've discovered a better way to get there this time, but don't know how it would work out if you had to make your way from Belfast to Dublin. I can fly with Ryanair to Stansted really cheaply, and then pick up a Pegasus flight from Stansted to Ercan. Have a look at their websites and see what you think. For flights during April and May it works out at about €240 return. Ryan Air flights are selling for nothing so you just pay your taxes on those flights. Hope this helps somewhat.



Yvonne

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 23:40

Teamcharms For some reason Lexington Developments have turned on me.

All I asked was for an explanation as why no construction went on for over 6 months. Photographs of the finished apartment, compensation entiltelment figure deducted from final costs and my anger at being charged £500 admin fee if my payament was not met by the end of December.



I am disgusted at the way I have been treated by them, As this has now gone legal I will have to have to watch what I say. However I really do hope Carol Anne and Nadav read this! They should be ashamed!



A very unhappy nunu1

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 15:21

Nunu1



Have you tried contacting Carol-Anne or Nadav regarding this? It is posible they may not have knowledge of this happening - you never know when things turn legal?



Hope things turn around to make you a happy nunu1

stevemac


Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 102

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 15:45

nunu they cant just cancel your contract if you have registered it at land registry. Have you done this? If you have they will have to get your agreement or obtain a court order to deregister it and they wont be able to resell it until that happens. Without seeing your contract its difficult to comment, but it would seem you have some sort of dispute with them otherwise you would have paid your final payment. The rogue developers here do try and bully you in to paying. Speak toHBPG.

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:12

My Name is Chris Ritchie (soon to be the former Sales Manger of Palm Bay View development in Bahceli)



Moderators, before you consider not allowing this post please be reminded I am responding to many posts from a certain member, namely Neale Wackett aka Nunu1 attacking the company I work for and therefore feel it is fair I have the chance to respond. After all that’s what this forum is for… freedom of speech and opinions! I will of course watch my language.



I would like to point out that I am breaking company policy coming on this forum while I still work at Palm Bay View (I could’ve chosen to hide my identity but I think there is no point opening your mouth at all if you choose to do so). What I write is my own personal opinion and not that of Lexington Development as a Company, nor any other personnel.



I have sat reading a very one sided story being portrayed on this forum for months by you Neale and enough is enough. Continued below…

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:13

I am moving back to England in a few weeks so I really don’t care if I get into trouble for airing my views, because I am not going to sit back anymore and read your very one-sided attacks on the company and unjustified personal attacks directed at members of staff!



Can I start with your accusations that you were “refused” entry into your apartment – you were not “refused” entry, the keys were held in the Engineers Room and you had been asked to let us know when you were coming to the Project so that the keys were available. I might have thought you misunderstood this, but no, you confirmed by email that you would let us know when you were coming a few days in advance. You turned up within half an hour of telephoning alerting us to your arrival! This was also the case with your representative who turned up twice without an appointment (one day on a recognised Bayram) and then didn’t turn up at all when an appointment was made. Continued below…

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:21

You made the accusation that your apartment had been broken into (twice) and promptly went on to the Forum to say so. Had the company been as bad as you are making out, they might have posted a photograph of the front door to show the “scratch” on it, whereby it could be proved that no break-in had occurred!! It might not be lost on some of the other forum members that the keys are held in the LOCKED engineers room, which is why the company needs to know when someone is coming!!!!!!!



You have constantly said one thing to Lexington Developments personnel, then gone on this Forum and said something completely different. You make little mention of the meetings and mails you have had with Nadav (and Carol-Anne) but are very quick to imply that no-one ever answers your mail. It becomes increasingly difficult to answer mail to someone who appears hell-bent on rubbishing (without justification) a company who has delivered a ---Continued below…

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:22

completed apartment which today is worth approximately £20,000 more than you paid for it and I could guarantee you that any of AGA buyers and a few others would bite your hand off to be in your position. I can state first hand that I know how passionate the Directors of the Project are to hand over a first-class development to each and every owner on the site and they WILL DO JUST THAT.



It does not take a mensa member to realize that perhaps you are in a fortunate position. You have an apartment, a completed apartment. I do wonder how many readers of this link think “lucky you, at least you have something to show for your money”. Did you ever for a second stop to consider how difficult the past few months have been for Lexington Developments? Did you ever think about the scale of the financial impact on the company following the decision taken by it to change contractors at this stage? Continued below…

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:23

Did you ever for a second stop to think how easy it would have been for them to have “thrown in the towel” and completely disappeared from the island, leaving a long list of very unhappy buyers and unfinished apartments? Did you ever for a second actually think that perhaps the owners of Palm Bay View have done everything in their power to make sure that the Project as a whole is completely finished? No, I think not. All we have ever heard of on this forum is how badly you have been done by. In the past 4 years that I have lived here, doing the job that I have been doing, I can tell you that most developments over run, Lexington are not unique



I am certain that other readers of this and other owners of Palm Bay View have more intelligence than to believe everything you say and if they don’t I am saying now that they mustn’t. continued below…

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 16:23

There are always two sides to every story and while I will not fall into the trap of listing the things you have done to Palm Bay View and its personnel, and you alone know what they are, I will say honestly that I am aware everything possible has been done for you Neale in the past when you required help to make sure you can enjoy what you have at Palm Bay View and to say that Lexington Developments has “for some reason turned on you” is completely incorrect. Perhaps they have just got tired of your continuous unjust accusations.



Also never ask me to go for a drink with you again because I am only interested in spending my time with genuine people.

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 17:38

Chris,



Sorry to hear you are leaving PBV, you have always treated us with courtesy and respect.



Hope all goes well for you back in the UK.



Mike.

Teamcharms



Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 163

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 18:06

Chris,



Same as us....all the best to you and your family



Chris & Margaret

cocos


Joined: 04/04/2008
Posts: 133

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 19:19

pokerman i think your response is quite unproffesional. You also fail to mention anything about the late penalty payments issue. Why should nunu think himself "lucky" that he has got a finished apartment when that is what he's paid for or was promised in his contract???? And he hasnt actually got it yet!!! His apartment may be finished but the site is far from it!!!

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 19:23

Pokerman Thank you for your posting. There are always two sides to a story. I have always respected you!



I am a genuine person an sorry you see and feel that I am not in your eyes.



I have posted positive threads about PBV in the past. Only towards to end have I felt it necessary to air my views on my interpretation of the way I see things going, facts and the truth.



I have a number of questions/issues concerns that have not been answered or resolved yet.



I have waited patiently for 3 years for this property taking the gamble of buying a property overeseas in a Country that is not internationally recognised.

Put yourself in my shoes buy the time July/August 2008 had passed and still no sign of completion of my property and facilities, (As per contract) the alarm bells started to ring!!!! I was worried and concerned and I was not getting the answers or any responce.



Even when I visited PBV in Oct 2008 Nadav could only spare me 20 minutes meeting and the appointment was bo

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 19:30

ooked in advance. I was not really assured or satisfied with answers from Nadav.



I am not hell bent on rubbishing a company or verbally attacking staff, you really do not know me at all!



Palm Bay View is a big gamble and investment to me, Its not going to be a nice to have holiday home but WAS going to be my permanent residence.



The site and amenities ie, swimming pool, tennis courts, restaurant are not finished yet. My apartment is 9 months late in delivery,



I will state again "No Apology from Lexington" Just a legal letter threatining to void my contract and sell my property!



Very much out of order!



I am the "Customer" I am not satisfied with certain issues and want constructive dialogue to begin to come to an amicable solution/Agreement.



nunu1

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 567

Message Posted:
23/01/2009 19:38

cocos thank you for you posting, You state correctly the facts and issues that are and have been ignored.........



nunu1

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
24/01/2009 10:19

ı am dısappoınted to see the blood pressure of thıs forum rıse lıke thıs. ok so the sıte ıs behınd and there have been ıssues wıth the contractors and yes pbv maybe should have kept us ınformed. but we can only move on from thıs, we wıll get nowhere fast ıf all we can argue about ıs what has happened ın the past. ı am, untıl sunday mornıng, stıll ın TRNC and have vısıted the sıte twıce. thıngs are happenıng, there are buılders onsıte workıng away. yes ı had a small number of ıtems pıcked up on my snaggıng, but nothıng major that ı couldnt expect had my purchase been ın the uk. the ıtems are also not for mentıon on here. ıt ıs a matter between myself and pbv.ı do have a number of photos of the sıte whıch ı am happy to post and wıll hopefully show prog

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
24/01/2009 10:20

ı am dısappoınted to see the blood pressure of thıs forum rıse lıke thıs. ok so the sıte ıs behınd and there have been ıssues wıth the contractors and yes pbv maybe should have kept us ınformed. but we can only move on from thıs, we wıll get nowhere fast ıf all we can argue about ıs what has happened ın the past. ı am, untıl sunday mornıng, stıll ın TRNC and have vısıted the sıte twıce. thıngs are happenıng, there are buılders onsıte workıng away. yes ı had a small number of ıtems pıcked up on my snaggıng, but nothıng major that ı couldnt expect had my purchase been ın the uk. the ıtems are also not for mentıon on here. ıt ıs a matter between myself and pbv.ı do have a number of photos of the sıte whıch ı am happy to post and wıll hopefully show prog

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
24/01/2009 10:23

ınternet lınk playıng up over here, lost half of my message . wıll post when back ın uk.



just wanted to say really . ıts not all bad at pbv. there are other sıtes some local to pbv where nothıng has happened for months leavıng people hıgh abd dry...



steve.

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
24/01/2009 14:34

I would also like to wish Chris and his family all the best for the future.

He was always a pleasure to deal / talk with at PBV.



I agree with Steve, it could be a lot worse ,just reading the ongoing horror stories on this web page gives you the shivers. It made me realise how big a gamble we all took. I have everything X we all get what we hoped for and I still believe that PBV will give us that.



Looking forward to seeing the pictures and thanks in advance.



Best regards to all,



Morty (No 9)

Yvonne



Joined: 16/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
25/01/2009 21:14

Hi Chris,



I am too sorry to hear you're leaving the PBV project.

I have had excellent communication from Carol-Anne who has reassured me at times when I have been alittle worried about delays etc. The fact that new contractors were brought in, to me, shows great integrity of Lexington Developments in the project as I am sure this was no mean feat.

I am looking forward to seeing the completion of the project.

Yes, at times the long wait has been frustrating, but I guess anyone who buys 'off-plan' must be prepared for this.

Thanks for all your updates over the last couple of years, and wishing you the best in your future.

Yvonne

moonmelon1


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
26/01/2009 21:52

i have some pics of the site, if you would like to see them email me at moonmelon1@aol.com

grandma


Joined: 25/06/2008
Posts: 33

Message Posted:
27/01/2009 08:33

Chris very sorry to read you are leaving, good luck to you and your family on your return to the uk. I have always found you helpful and cheerful and will miss your presents on the developement.

Pokerman



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 59

Message Posted:
28/01/2009 11:50