Kohiwi Terraces FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Manurewa Homes
Kohiwi Terraces FAQs provide answers to common questions about our freehold homes, ownership, specifications, warranties and modern living at 36 Tawa Crescent, Manurewa.
Kohiwi Terraces FAQs About Buying & Ownership
Find answers to common questions about ownership, deposits, rates and purchasing a home at Kohiwi Terraces.
How many residences are in the development?
Kohiwi Terraces consists of 7 homes within the development.
Are the residences freehold or leasehold?
The homes are being sold on freehold fee simple titles. This means you are purchasing both the land and the building.
Is my deposit safe?
Yes. The deposit is held on your behalf in the trust account of the developer's solicitor.
Does the purchase price include GST?
Yes. GST is included in the price for all residences.
Do homeowners have to pay Auckland Council rates?
Yes. Homeowners are responsible for Auckland Council rates, water rates and property insurance.
Who is the developer of Kohiwi Terraces?
The developer is Kohiwi Terraces Ltd.
Kohiwi Terraces FAQs About Construction & Completion
Learn more about the expected construction timeline, completion, building standards, warranties and specification changes.
When will construction begin?
Construction is expected to begin in November 2026.
When is the development expected to be completed?
The development is estimated to be completed in May 2027.
Will the homes be built to New Zealand building standards?
Yes. The building will be designed and built in accordance with the New Zealand Building Code.
Will the homes be weather tight?
Yes. The residences will be built to be weather tight in accordance with the Building Act 2004 and the New Zealand Building Code.
Does the development come with a building warranty?
Yes. A 10-year Stamford Insurance Building Warranty is intended to be assigned to homeowners at the developer's cost upon settlement, subject to the development documentation.
Can the developer make changes to the specifications or plans?
Yes. Changes may be made where required by local authorities, legislation, or where materials or specified items are unavailable. Where substitutions are required, the developer's documentation provides for replacement with items of equal or similar quality and value.
Kohiwi Terraces FAQs About Home Features
Learn more about the interior finishes, appliances, glazing, heating, connectivity and outdoor features included in the homes.
Are the windows double glazed?
Yes. Windows and sliding doors, where applicable, are specified as double glazed to meet NZBC H1 energy-efficiency requirements.
What kitchen appliances are included?
The kitchen specification includes a Bosch oven, hob, rangehood and dishwasher, together with soft-close cabinetry, an engineered stone benchtop, splashback and waste disposer.
Are heat pumps included?
The specification includes a 5.4kW heat pump in the living room and a 2.5kW heat pump in one bedroom.
What bathroom features are included?
Bathrooms are specified with tiled shower trays, ceramic vanities, full-width vanity mirrors, heated ladder towel rails, basin mixers, quality tap fittings and 3-in-1 ceiling heaters.
Are the homes connected for internet and networking?
Fibre will be connected to all residences, with CAT6 network cabling also included. Owners can then arrange service with their preferred internet provider.
What outdoor features are included?
The specification includes lawn and landscaping, an outdoor timber deck, a garden tap, timber fencing and a standard mailbox with street number.
What exterior materials are specified?
The exterior specification includes metal long-run roofing, metal fascia and gutters, aluminium double-glazed doors and windows, an aluminium front door with digital lock, and James Hardie weatherboard cladding.
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