82 | DEVELOPMENT Projects & Ventures: Atawhai Downs Development Christchurch | Timaru | Greymouth | Nelson | Wānaka E hello@do.nz P 0800 999 333 www.do.nz Geotechnical Engineering / Environmental Science Surveying / Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering Planning and Resource Management THINK. CREATE. DO. SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS START WITH QUALITY Email: info@titokinursery.co.nz | www.titokinursery.co.nz THE TOP OF THE SOUTH’S NATIVE PLANT SPECIALISTS SINCE 1983 NZ-104567_529955 T T Karen Phelps Multiple options, diverse amenities The northwest-facing sections look towards Tasman Bay and the surrounding hills, and the development will also include walkways, cycle links and a reserve connecting it with the existing neighbourhood. A new residential development at Atawhai is attracting buyers with its combination of sea views, proximity to Nelson city and a range of section sizes designed for different types of homes. Atawhai Downs was launched to the market about a year ago, and already over half of the 30 sections in stage 1 have sold, with titles expected shortly. “It’s been popular,” says Atawhai Downs development manager, Christian Le Gros. “There are not a lot of other developments in Nelson City.” The wider development comprises 71 terraced sections, ranging from about 300sqm to more than 1200sqm, with some larger lots extending beyond that. The northwest-facing sections look towards Tasman Bay and the surrounding hills, and the development will also include walkways, cycle links and a reserve connecting it with the existing neighbourhood. Clifton Terrace Primary School is about 300 metres away. Christian says the sections are intended to accommodate a variety of housing styles and buyers, from people looking for a relatively compact, low-maintenance home, through to families wanting more space. Sections of around 300 to 500sqm are suitable for townhouse-style homes, and lots of 600 to 900sqm provide more room for families. Larger sections can accommodate more spacious homes and gardens. “The terraced design also allows buyers to consider how they want to position their homes on the sites, making use of the outlook and available outdoor space,” says Christian. “With sections of different sizes, Atawhai Downs can cater for a range of lifestyles, whether buyers are looking for a manageable section with a new home, or more room for gardens, entertaining and family life.” He says Atawhai Downs offers good access to the outdoor recreation associated with the Nelson region, from the beaches and coastline of Tasman Bay to mountain biking, walking and hiking trails. The region is also known for its galleries, artisan makers, markets and festivals. Abel Tasman and other national parks provide opportunities for kayaking, boating and further exploring the outdoors. Nelson’s compact size means many of these attractions are within easy reach of Atawhai Downs,” says Christian. He says Atawhai Downs is selling sections direct to the public as well as to builders, who can provide house-and-land packages. One feature intended to simplify the building process is that the sites are classified NZS 3604. “This means foundations do not have to be specifically geotechnically designed, allowing a builder to proceed with a standard concrete pad where the building and site conditions meet the requirements of the standard,” says Christian. The development’s terraced layout is designed to make the most of the natural setting, with building platforms positioned to take advantage of views and orientation. The available sections include a broad range of prices and sizes. Smaller lots of about 300 to 450sqm are priced from $395,000, and larger sections of more than 700sqm are available from around $620,000. With titles for the first stage expected shortly, buyers can now consider the available sections and begin planning their future homes. The development provides the opportunity to build within an established residential area while retaining access to Nelson’s city amenities and the wider region’s coastal and outdoor attractions.
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