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ESTATE NEWS

Do you know how the implementation people consider when choosing an area the sake of creating this community where
of the dustbin programme has helped to in which to buy a home. However, the what we do influences our property values.
reduce the waste lying around? In doing so, streetscapes mentioned above have been
it has served to enhance the look and feel shown to influence buyers, according to Below are just a few of the rules pertaining
of Silver Lakes and to show how residents studies done in the past two decades; to the aesthetic requirements of non-
care for their environment. researchers say streetscapes may have a design elements, or aesthetic elements
five to 30 percent influence on a potential that have a ‘visual clutter’ effect on the
Also, adding benches and parks in the buyer. areas around each property, be it the
communal areas of Silver Lakes not only street, golf course, communal area, game
creates a welcoming atmosphere but This perception includes the walkability of reserve or your neighbour’s property.
also adds to the premium that people are the streets and people enjoying themselves
prepared to pay for properties in such an strolling on a sunny afternoon in mottled, These are some Silver Lakes rules which
environment – an environment offering a tree-lined streets and communal areas. have an impact on the streetscapes – and,
higher quality of life. in turn, your property value:
Read the rules 1.2 The Architectural and Building
Obviously, other influences such as security Residents know how important the rules Construction Rules are deemed
and the proximity of facilities (schools, of the estate are, not only for taking one to be reasonable, binding and
hospitals, shopping) are the main factors another into consideration, but also for equally applicable to all Members

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