Cardiff may see 800 environmentally friendly homes built in Pontprennau, which will create Wales' first eco village. Within the proposed village will be a school, shops, community centre and woodland area. All of this will be situated on farmland to the east of the suburb of Pontprennau, next to the River Rhymney.It is thought the houses will use 30% less energy than your typical home. Green technologies will be incorporated in the design stage of the homes which include in between two and five bedroom houses. Some of the green technologies will include rainwater harvesting, wind turbines, ground source heat pumps and hot water solar panels. The proposed estate covers 60 acres of a 100 acre site but maybe in doubt because of differences between Cardiff Council and the Assembly Government Inspectors over the Local Development Plan. The LDP judges how Cardiff will develop until 2021.The main difference between the two is that Cardiff Council wants to develop on previously developed brownfield sites therefore keeping and retaining Cardiff's green areas. However the Assembly Government Planning Inspectors disagree instead believing that due to Cardiff's need for housing for the law and middle income families who cannot find affordable homes, previous untouched greenfield sites are the only viable option.The developers PMG, part of the St Ederyns Land Consortium, see the eco village as something which will be in Cardiff for generations. If the development does go ahead then it will stretch from junction 30 of the M4 to the edge of the village of Llanederyn. Due to the severe shortage of homes in Cardiff, the development does serve its purpose and links in with the idea of more eco-friendly housing for the city. It also has the benefit of having excellent transport links.
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Space Saving Tips For Apartment Living!
Clothing can be a real problem to fit into a small wardrobe, especially as they get older. Most of the people face the problem of space utilization; in that situation Space Saving Hangers are the key!For storing clothes Children's hangers from beautiful deluxe wooden hangers you'll find truly amazing value for money hangers that simply do the job! If you've been searching for cheap children's hangers, but don't want to compromise on quality or space in the wardrobe there are some great value and quality hangers range.Such as the Swivel Hook Hanger which is perfect because it has tie/belt bars and end loops to allow you have as much use from Bathroom Accessories as possible and the swivel hook is really useful for hanging on the back of the door too and turns it into an over door clothes hanger. Customer said they are:"Great hangers! Perfect for my 3 year old baby's wardrobe. Big enough to fit clothes up to about 10 years old".With 1 Space Saver Hanger Bar & 6 hangers per pack they allow 6 garments to hang in the same space as 1! If you're fed up with having to keep buying new sizes of hanger as your children grow you would be interested in the Bendy Hanger.These hangers are fantastic for Children's Clothes because you can change the shape to accommodate many styles & sizes of garments. The Small Bendy Hangers are available with the Rubber Coating and they will last for years because you can bend them to fit your children's clothes as they move up through the sizes.Now, for even more space in the bedroom you need to look at all areas to see if you can use them for storage. A favorite place is under the bed, hidden out of sight, but incredibly useful. Maximize this area with the brilliant concept of Vacuum Storage!You can get 3 times more storage space by making use of Vacuum Storage Bags. The Deluxe Underbed Vacuum Storage Chest, which is new to the vacuum storage range, will reduce volume by up to 75%!This one is high capacity with a compressible inner bag, and is very sturdy with rigid side panels. Both airtight & waterproof it has the added benefit of providing protection against moths, bugs, dirt, mildew & odors.The see-through window allows quick identification of contents and the strong handle makes it easy to pull out. A brilliant invention for neatly storing bulky items under the bed (not intended for storing feathered duvets or perishable goods). Dimensions: 106 x 45 x 15 centimeters (41" x 17 ??" x 6" approx)Storage bags and boxes for under the bed are great, and will organize what goes under their making it easy to get out and being organized will actually gain you some extra space too. One large chest contains a vacuum bag with the capacity to store jumpers, pillows, blankets, duvets, sheets and/or t-shirts and then by inserting your vacuum cleaners hose into the valve the air is removed from the bag and just watch the volume of the bag reduce.
What is Property Management?
Property management means the management of real estate, be it residential, industrial or even commercial. This management is not a simple management task. Instead it involves myriad different activities such as management of physical assets in the premises as well as maintenance activities. The benefit of being such a manager is that one gets to take charge, accountability and responsibility of the entire premises. It also includes maintenance, acquisition, utilization of resources and control of the real estate groups such as the Homeowners Association.In fact management of properties has become a very coveted profession and is often combined with CAFM which is an abbreviation for computer aided facility management. The roles and responsibilities of a person specializing in property management can be many including that of==> Liasoning between the tenant and landlord==> Acceptance of rent and other payments like charges etc from the tenants==> Taking care of maintenance issues==> Managing the accounts==> Preparation of financial statements==> Solving matters of litigation between parties like landlords and tenants==> Taking maintenance and care of property management software.In some cases the Homeowners Association Management keeps aside the 'handling of litigation' part separate and it is the attorneys who take care of it. There is a separate department which takes care of property and real estate related litigation issues.==> Professional designations of property managersIncreasingly there is a high demand of property managers who are professionally qualified. In fact they are the preferred candidates for posts like a Community Manager. There are many institutions which provide training to become a property manager like the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA International), Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI), National Apartment Association (NAA), Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) etc. A few designations for which training is provided are as under.==> Residential Management Professional (RMP)==> Master Property Manager (MPM)==> Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC)==> Real Property Administrator (RPA)==> Certified Property Manager (CPM)==> Accredited Residential Manager (ARM)==> Certified Apartment Property Supervisor (CAPS)==> Professional Housing Consultant (PHC)==> Accredited Community Manager (ACM)==> Accredited Commercial Manager (ACM)==> Accredited Management Organization (AMO)==> Certified Apartment Manager (CAM)==> Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT)The Community Associations Institute in the United States is for property managers who want to specialize in managing planned real estate developments and community management such as Homeowners Association, Condominiums etc. They provide training to become==> Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA)==> Large Scale Manager (LSM)==> Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM)==> Association Management Specialist (AMS)
Buy Land in Oklahoma Beautiful, Unspoilt Countryside
Oklahoma is one of the US states with beautiful lakes, mountains and prairies. The placid environment of the state makes it a haven away from the noise and bustle of the city. Also, it is a perfect destination for hiking, camping, hunting, etc. So why not own a land in Oklahoma? Read further to know how you can own a land in Oklahoma. If you desire to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the regular city life then you can have a look on the countryside land of Oklahoma. The beautiful and unspoilt land in the outdoors of Oklahoma offers the best way to enjoy the peaceful country life. With many splendid views enriched with greenery, Oklahoma is very close to the nature. With mountains like Wichita Mountains, Arbuckle Mountains, Oklahoma offers many recreational activities like hunting, camping, hiking, rock climbing, etc. Wichita Mountains are located in the south-western of Oklahoma with many ranches and campsites. National Wildlife Refuge in Wichita Mountains is a perfect location for exuberant and enthusiastic hikers and climbers. The mountains are endowed with many visually pleasing views and thus add to the beauty of the state. Also, there are many fishing lakes offering cheerful time for someone who enjoys fishing. The beautiful mountains wilderness set up reasons for camping in many areas. With Great Plains State Park and Quartz Mountain Nature Park and Arts Center, Wichita Mountains are truly remarkable for fun filled activities. Arbuckle Mountains add another essence to Oklahoma and include certain landmarks like Turner Falls Park, the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and Lake of the Arbuckles. The area is also known for YMCA's Camp. The Arbuckle Mountain resplendent area honors Okla Suave ceremony every year in which people celebrate their rich traditions and cultures. With so much to see and do, Oklahoma offers many options for you to have cheerful time while you are away from the chaotic city life. The ranch land of Oklahoma is popular and cost-effective than the urban land. It has become the right choice for the people who are planning to invest for their future. Every ranch land in Oklahoma is accompanied by lush forest and mountain. The Lake View ranch is the best option for people looking for ranch land. It is the most sought-after land because of the Sardis Lake and the pleasing views of nature. Nowadays, it is the most difficult task to find a piece of land at a reasonable price. There are certain estate groups offering land in Oklahoma and you should make the most of this opportunity. Before you head towards Oklahoma, you should do every possible research to find land in the best outdoor location. There has been a significant increase in the property rates therefore the comparison between the varied land rates is necessary to ensure that you get the land at the minimal price. To find a profitable land in the countryside or the outdoor is very difficult and you may suffer some losses if you visit randomly any local estate agent or broker. To optimize your deal it is better to cut the costs of middle-men involved in the deal. To address this issue, you can search over the internet as there are many real estate companies offering affordable and profitable land for sale Southern Oklahoma is becoming famous for people looking forward to spend some quality time.
Savvy Developers Now Build Green Villages.
The property industry has been very gloomy in the last couple of years since the economic downturn, however this is not the case now for some savvy developers who are building green villages and towns which do not cost the earth to live in.The concept is called New Urbanism and there are around ten such communities across the country so far following the same principles. The philosophy began in the 1980's in America and encourages small settlements of a few thousand people to live in a community with a "centre" to it and a number of schools and facilities. Public transport is encouraged as is walking when you can and cars are discouraged, the idea is that schools and work places are within five miles of your home.This may seem a very straight forward idea and is how all development should be built but this is not the case for many people. Often cars are the only way that some people can get their children to school on time or get to work and so they rely heavily on them.In Cornwall there is a new sustainable community being constructed by John Hodkin called Baal and West Carclaze Eco-community. There will be 2,000 new homes there with 40% of them being affordable. All of the homes though will have the new energy efficiency features alongside a new school and nursery all connected by footpaths and cycleways and good transport links with new bus services.An employment park will be constructed offering 350 new jobs and there will be 500 acres of open space to enjoy with new lakes created and landscaping. The site used to be six horrible china-clay quarries close to St Austell but will now be transformed into a modern Eco-village.The site application has been submitted after extensive talks with the site owner but more importantly with the locals. Hodkin has held 120 hours of public consultations and has arranged eighteen exhibitions and meetings so far and has consulted 1,500 people along with 300 businesses for the venture. He admits that it has taken several years of hard work and lots of ineraction with the community with the focus being on economic, social and environmental regeneration. He has done all of this so that he does not receive the opposition to the project that other such developments have gotten. Local opposition ended one such scheme in Long Marston in Warwickshire and the tennis player Tim Henman led protests against an eco town in Weston-on-the-Green in Oxfordshire which led to the scheme being abandoned. The schemes that are going ahead have local backing rather than opposition.Bicester has an Eco Development Masterplan which has outlined its first 74million phase which will last ten years in its entirety. Initial developments will see 393 homes being built and a large energy centre which will generate much of the new village's power. There will also be a nursery, community centre, primary school, three shops, some small business units and an "eco-pub". The councils and companies involved with this development have linked up with the Co-op to provide a store which will source supplies locally. They also plan to run eco-related courses at the local college aimed at the 16 years and over. The architect behind the scheme, Terry Farrell, describes the scheme as a model for sustainable development in the UK.Cambridge and Devon both have schemes in the pipeline but the big volume builders will not be participating in any of these schemes. The infrastructure costs of these eco-villages are huge and the roads and utilities have to be done up front before any houses are built so they rely on the landowners selling at below market value but which may pay big dividends if the schemes are successful.
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