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SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
22/05/2008 17:52

Thought it would be a good idea to start a new thread just for PBV as is getting a bit confusing.



Mike.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 34

Message Posted:
22/05/2008 20:49

Hi All

got back from NC last week did the snag every thing fine just a couple minor probs but nothing to worry about .Welcome to Robyn to our happy throng I think you made a good decision with PBV the building is going ahead at a fair rate of knots and with nearly 70% of options taken you got in at the right time.

Morty all the best with your snagging son and we,ll here from you when you get back



all the best



Bloggy

robjub


Joined: 20/05/2008
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
22/05/2008 22:50

Hi guys...



I have just wrote a message in the 'Newbie' forum... now I have nothing to write in this one!



Mike if you could forward on the links to your pics that would be great...



Thanks

Robyn

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
22/05/2008 23:10

Hi Robyn.



Here link to photos, hope it works.

http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn172/SteveAustin001/PalmBay%20View/



Mike.

robjub


Joined: 20/05/2008
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
23/05/2008 17:18

thanks Mike... they look great



Regards

Robyn

robjub


Joined: 20/05/2008
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
26/05/2008 14:51

Hi guys...



We are just about the sign our contract and was wondering if any of you raised any issues about who owns the land now ?? just thought I'd ask as you may already know.



Thanks



Robyn

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 00:29

Robyn,



Owners of land were confirmed as Lexington Development Ltd, this is the company building PBV. A copy certificate, produced by the local authority, should be included in your contract as an appendice (was App H on ours ), basically it confirms legal ownership . All this should be clarified and explained to you by your Solicitor.



Have returned from our snagging trip Weds 28th May, only minor faults paint on tiles / cracked tiles etc and Site Engineer said "no problem, we will fix". Again everybody from PBV very helpful & understanding.



PBV is looking tremendous and has made great leaps forward since my last trip in November 07. Pool has been tiled & tested for leaks, two found and rectified, pool area wil be a great asset. All 88 appts are up and running and at various stages of completion. Was told some of the internal road is being put down w/c 2nd June. Nadav (Project Manager) told us builders have been told to work flat out and have no financial restraints put on them. However, I cannot see the complex being 100% completed before Easter next year, that was the feeling coming out of the sales office. Good things come to those who wait !!!



Steve A, visited artificial grass place and have to say was very impressed with one sample in particular. Funnily enough this was the sample used in a small show garden on the premises. Have E Mailed off a fairly extensive list of questions re guarantee, ground prep, maintenance, how does it stay in place & some idea of costings.Did hint there might be hope of repeat business for him from other owners. Will keep you updated when I get a reply.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 14:48

Hi PBV's Finally got an e-mail back from Carol Anne with regards to handover date for my apartment. The snag list is almost complete (small nothing major) Im impressed with the quality build and ive been in the construction industry for 28 years. The authorities are due to come in June to inspect and give approval for habitation. So hopefully wont be long!



This is a dream coming true for me, I remember standing on the site in January 2006 with Nadav and a large site map. it was just grass and a few pegs marking the site, I recall looking at the plan and said to Nadav "I want that one!" (In an Andy Little Britain voice)



For once in my life I was at the front of the que and had the pick of the bunch!

We went back to the office and placed my deposit then went to the Lawyers the next day. I have been walking with a spring in my step ever since!



I look forward to standing on the rooftop terrace with an ice cold beer!!!!!!

Tiggy


Joined: 25/07/2007
Posts: 1994

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 14:53

Nunu1



Good luck in your new apartment.



Looking forward to the day that Im on the roof terrace of our villa drinking a few beers. Quiet a way off at the moment, but fingers crossed.



P.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 15:04

Cheers Tiggy! Cant wait to say goodbye to miserable weather England and that waste of space Gordon Brown!



Nunu1

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 20:30

Gordon has suggested installing Plasma Screens in Filling station forecourts,playing non stop porn movies, thought it would be nice to see someone else f****d while you fill up your tank.



PBV is looking better by the day, Roll on Feb 2009.



Mike.

bloggy


Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 34

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 21:20

Hi All

glad to see you had a good visit Dave and everything ok with the snag.How was the rest of your holiday

Bloggy

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
01/06/2008 12:45

Hi all,



Have received a reply from Easy Lawns via the English speaking Ruth (very helpful).



Sample to which I refer in the posting above is 25mm Duo Natuaral DSS.

In my eyes it looked very realistic & totally fit for purpose.



Toga (Easy Lawns) prepares the ground ready for grass laying.

Grass comes with a 5yr guarantee.

It allows rainwater etc to filter through into the ground thus no flooding.

It is held in place by a special glue.

It requires no maintenance at all.

It does not discolour after a period of time.

An exact price per a PBV garden cannot be given until a full survey has been carried out, however, ball park figures are between £25-£35 per sq m.



An estimate of a 6m x 6m garden then would between £900 - £1,260 if my calculations are correct.



When the time comes if we went as a group to lay the whole garden area for each block then I think we would be in a strong position for a bit of bartering.



Morty

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
01/06/2008 14:33

Morty,



Sounds good, will have a look when we are out next If we can get a list of all who are interested can approach them for a job lot, I'm sure they will be prepared to deal.



I only saw the sample at Sea Terra and have no idea which spec it was but looked very realistic.



Mike.

Ediz M


Joined: 29/01/2008
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 19:50

HI GUYS SORRY IVE NOT BEEN AROUND ,A QUICK QUESTION FOR STEVE AUSTIN .STEVE WHEN YOU DID SNAGS DID THE KITCHEN HAVE AN OVEN ,HOB AND EXTRACTOR OR DOES THESE ITEMS COME AS EXTRAS. EDIZ M

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 19:59

Hi Ediz M, Kitchen oven, hob, extractor are extras....You just get all the kitchen units and sink....White goods are extra!



Regards



Nunu1

Ediz M


Joined: 29/01/2008
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 20:42

hi nunu thanx mate,bit of a shock .have you had yours installed yet and what kind of monies are they asking for ,im guessing its roughly the same cost as home. i hope alls going well for you.

ediz m

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 20:45

Hi Ediz M my e-mail address is genesis.pes@hotmail.co.uk if you want to e-mail me I have some price lists of white goods.



Regards



Nunu1

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 23:24

Hi Ediz M,



I have not done my snagging yet as not due for completion until Feb 2009, Morty and Bloggy are just back from doing theirs so can answer your questions.

As for white goods I managed to negociate all white goods inc F/Freezer and alterations to kitchen to suit, two extra aircon units in bedrooms and alterations to bathrooms all within the price, took a lot of bargaining but got it in the end. Also had all of above written into the contract.

Trying to hold onto the Six Million Dollars for as long as possible.



Mike

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
02/06/2008 23:35

Well done SteveAustin! You did well! Mind you, dont want to upset you but I think you probably paid quite a bit more Bangers and mash than me on your property? Are you on the sea front? Im by the pool...would love one right on the front!



Nunu1

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
03/06/2008 00:48

Hi Nunu 1



No doubt did pay a lot more as only bought end of Feb this year, would have been nice to have been at the front of the queue. Spent about eight months gathering as much info about builders, agents, area, lawyers and living there as possible before buying and must say I am happy so far.

We are in a garden apt in block D, all pool apts were sold so picked this one as it was elevated and we have a view between apts on the front. Apts along front are nice but too expensive for what they are.

At the end of the day so long as I have a sunbed with a view of the big yellow ball and room for a few beers I will be a happy man. Roll on March.



Mike.

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
16/06/2008 13:05

May/June Newsletter.

Have you PBV people received the newsletter? It is looking good there and that swimming pool looks amazing! I just keep visualising taking a dip doing a few lengths (Yes its a big pool so just 2 lengths will do!) AND then go to the Bar and sink a beer!



On a serious note.....Ive E-mailed Nadav the Project Manager of PBV to see if He would consider some Energy saving products for our site ie Solar panels to heat the swimming pool, Solar photiac panels to power street lighting etc.

Would do you buyers think? This will save a lot of energy over the years and help keep our maintenence fees down!!!



I think if enough buyers show an interest in this maybe they will consider it...it will mean us no doubt having to pay say an extra £150 each for the panel purchases........AND remember when the island gets a power cut...The street lights will stay on as they will be on battery backup!! PLease show you interest in this idea?.....Thanks nunu1

SteveAustin



Joined: 10/03/2008
Posts: 202

Message Posted:
16/06/2008 17:34

Sounds good to me.



Mike.

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
16/06/2008 19:41

Neale,



Sounds a very sensible idea, eco friendly & saving money. All for keeping maintenance costs down.



Thanks for your efforts.



Agree the pool & complex is looking good. Fingers crossed you can get in this summer.



Morty





Morty

Nunu1


Joined: 31/03/2008
Posts: 536

Message Posted:
16/06/2008 21:24

Cheers Mork and Mindy! Oooops! Nanu nunu! Sorry Mike and Morty I could not resist that one!.........Im all for using natural resources and it would be perfect timing for PBV to have all the latest Eco friendly Bits!...........At the end of the day energy prices are going to continue to rise....so WE may as well get it right now and invest in lower energy bills at PBV!



Will keep you peeps informed!



nunu1

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
28/06/2008 00:50

All PBV people.



Thread at No 13 above gives the artificial grass details plus general details throughout all other postings.



Morty