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From the desk of the developer 2023-Q1
CentralBlue continues to grow and it’s wonderful to see how the development is taking shape. Here is a brief overview of our progress in the last quarter.
Indigo Heights - Apartments
Construction of our apartments is well underway and progressing nicely. Subject to external stakeholders not causing delays (council, Eskom), we anticipate the first units will be ready for inspection by the building inspector in December 2022 and ready for occupation in early 2023.
Installation of the roads and services (sewer, electrical) is underway at Emerald Village. Construction of the units will begin after sign-off of the infrastructure from council (estimated Q4, 2022). The first units should be complete early 2023 and provisional completion dates will be provided once we have a definite program from the contractor.
Emerald Village - Freestanding Homes
Ochre Place - eHomes Phase 2
We’re in the process of building the second phase of our popular eHomes. Despite winter weather conditions, operations have progressed nicely, the brickwork is complete and plastering is underway. The handover dates for this phase will be confirmed at the end of October 2022.
Internet access for residents
We have partnered with Bunny Digital, who will offer a variety of internet packages to our homeowners, with a quick and easy three-step sign-up process.
You can view the packages available for CentralBlue residents at this link: Internet for CentralBlue.
Internet will be available in the following order of rollout:
- Ochre Place (Phase 2.1)
- Emerald Place 1 (Phase 11& 13)
- Emerald Place 2 (Phase 3)
- OchrePlace (Phase 2.2)
- Indigo Heights 1
Retail Centre
The planning and tenanting of the retail centre is underway. If all goes well we expect to start servicing this site in Q4 2022. The anticipated opening date of the centre will be in early 2024.
CentraHub
The tenanting of the CentraHub small business centre is underway. We are planning a formal launch of the centre to the public in October 2022. Keep an eye on social media for further information.
Borehole water for your garden
CentralBlue has a focus on sustainability and one of our recent environmental initiatives is the provision of borehole water for irrigation of the common landscaped areas.
This is a great initiative as it provides water at no charge and protects from drought conditions which can have a devastating effect on a garden that has been tended and looked after for several years.
Our eHome and townhouse residents may access this resource for watering their front gardens, if needed. Please note borehole water is not safe for drinking.
Focus on security continues
We are happy to announce that new security cameras are operational behind Ochre and Emerald Place, as an additional layer of security for our residents.
Social Initiative: Mandela Day
For our Mandela day initiative this year, we chose the Ubuntu Circle of Courage. This is an NPO that provides shelter for people in need in the Blue Downs area. The CITRA team got “hands-on” handing out blankets and planting vegetable gardens. We also facilitated much needed repairs to their leaking roof.
We continue working with ongoing commitment to ensure that your homes are completed as soon as possible.
For an update on your specific unit, please get in touch with your agent who will be able to advise.
Looking forward to welcoming our residents in CentralBlue.
CITRA Development Team
From the Desk of the Developer – 2023 Q1
We started 2023 at full steam and we have some great news to share.
Indigo Heights – Apartments
The first block of apartments is scheduled to be completed in March 2023 and another two blocks will be ready at the end of April. We are thrilled to welcome the first residents to Indigo Heights 1.
The sales agents will be in contact closer to the time to confirm handover dates.
Ochre Place – eHomes Phase 2
Delays in delivery of the PV panels due to the high demand currently experienced in the country have affected the handover dates of some of the units. We are pleased to announce that we have now received PV panels and the council has signed off on 11 units. The remaining 12 are scheduled to be signed off in early March. 2023.
We have already started welcoming clients of this phase to CentralBlue and the remaining clients can expect to hear from their agents shortly.
Congratulations to all the future homeowners of this phase.
Emerald Village – Freestanding
As mentioned in the previous newsletter, we experienced delays in the servicing of the site due to the previous contractor being liquidated. The installation of the services is finally coming to an end and the site had been handed over to the top structure contractor. Construction of the first units has begun with the first foundations to be cast in March 2023.
Please note that the construction of units is sequenced and no units will begin construction at the same time. The construction roll-out has been programmed according to building plan approval, the contractors preferred sequence of the works and the current site conditions.
Thank you again to the future homeowners of Emerald Village for your patience.
Family Festival Returns
Thanks again to those of you who attended the CentralBlue Family Festival on the 17th of Dec 2022. Since it was such a success we have decided we will be repeating this event every year and we would love to have your feedback in order to make the next one even more memorable!
Please follow this link to provide us with your feedback. It will just take just a minute: Give my opinion
What Lies Ahead for 2023
The heart of the neighbourhood keeps growing and we have exciting projects planned for this year.
Here’s a sneak peek below of what’s coming in 2023:
- Emerald Village 2 – 72 Freestanding units built with Citra alternative technology
- Emerald Place 3 – 27 Row House Units built with Citra alternative technologyIndigo
- Heights 2 – Secure complex consisting of 54 duplexes and 54 apartment units
- Indigo Heights 3 – Secure complex of 132 Rental apartments
- Shopping Centre – construction to start of approx. 6000m2 of retail space opening in 2025.
From the Desk of the Developer – 2022 Q3
CentralBlue continues to grow and it’s wonderful to see how the development is taking shape. Here is a brief overview of our progress in the last quarter.
Emerald Place – Townhouses Thomas Tucker
We have completed this phase and are in the process of handing over the homes to their new owners. Below is one happy new resident at the townhouses.
Emerald Village – Freestanding Homes
Installation of the roads and services (sewer, electrical) is underway at Emerald Village. Construction of the units will begin after sign-off of the infrastructure from council (estimated Q4, 2022). The first units should be complete early 2023 and provisional completion dates will be provided once we have a definite program from the contractor.
Indigo Heights – Apartments
Construction of our apartments is well underway and progressing nicely. Subject to external stakeholders not causing delays (council, Eskom), we anticipate the first units will be ready for inspection by the building inspector in December 2022 and ready for occupation in early 2023.
Ochre Place – eHomes Phase 2
We’re in the process of building the second phase of our popular eHomes. Despite winter weather conditions, operations have progressed nicely, the brickwork is complete and plastering is underway. The handover dates for this phase will be confirmed at the end of October 2022.
Other great news
Internet access for residents
We have partnered with Bunny Digital, who will offer a variety of internet packages to our homeowners, with a quick and easy three-step sign-up process.
You can view the packages available for CentralBlue residents at this link: Internet for CentralBlue.
Internet will be available in the following order of rollout:
- Ochre Place (Phase 2.1)
- Emerald Place 1 (Phase 11& 13)
- Emerald Place 2 (Phase 3)
- OchrePlace (Phase 2.2)
- Indigo Heights 1
Retail Centre
The planning and tenanting of the retail centre is underway. If all goes well we expect to start servicing this site in Q4 2022. The anticipated opening date of the centre will be in early 2024.
CentraHub
The tenanting of the CentraHub small business centre is underway. We are planning a formal launch of the centre to the public in October 2022. Keep an eye on social media for further information.
Borehole water for your garden
CentralBlue has a focus on sustainability and one of our recent environmental initiatives is the provision of borehole water for irrigation of the common landscaped areas.
This is a great initiative as it provides water at no charge and protects from drought conditions which can have a devastating effect on a garden that has been tended and looked after for several years.
Our eHome and townhouse residents may access this resource for watering their front gardens, if needed. Please note borehole water is not safe for drinking.
Focus on security continues
We are happy to announce that new security cameras are operational behind Ochre and Emerald Place, as an additional layer of security for our residents.
Social Initiative: Mandela Day
For our Mandela day initiative this year, we chose the Ubuntu Circle of Courage. This is an NPO that provides shelter for people in need in the Blue Downs area. The CITRA team got “hands-on” handing out blankets and planting vegetable gardens. We also facilitated much needed repairs to their leaking roof.
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We continue working with ongoing commitment to ensure that your homes are completed as soon as possible.
For an update on your specific unit, please get in touch with your agent who will be able to advise.
Looking forward to welcoming our residents in CentralBlue.
CITRA Development Team