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SMART THERMOSTATS GLORIFIED NECESSITY OR EFFICIENT? Anyone who has stepped outside at least once in the last three months will tell you, the polar vortex has Canada and much of the Midwest of the U.S. in the midst of a deep freeze. No surprise then that most homeowners are combating the frost with the help of their thermostats. If you’re looking for a new home, you’re in luck: Many come with some sort of smart thermostat, or the wiring to put one in. Almost all have a schedule system that gives homeowners control over how they heat their home, from inside or remotely with a smart phone. Is it worth getting a smart thermostat? My partner and I moved into our new build last November. The installation of our preferred thermostat was seamless enough. Within 20 minutes, we had the app and thermostat installed. The heat was on and circulating; however, it never seemed to stop. I awoke in the early morning hours perspiring heavily. Winter’s blustery wrath whistled outside, reminding me what season it was. According to the app, it was 27 degrees inside. Like author Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’, this thing was trying to kill us. My partner disabled the system, but by 5:15, the heat was still kicking, and we saw 30 degrees. At 5:30, we turned the furnace off from the fuse box and took the thing out of the wall. We quickly learned the problem had nothing to do with the shortcomings of the product - but a classic case of lazy wiring from the HVAC contractor. Now that we’ve got a handle on this thermostat, we’re appreciating the control we have in observing our energy consumption, the simplicity of adjusting the thermostat in and out of our home, and the overall cost savings. Was it worth it? You bet.
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Buyers recreating design of shane homes’ stylish
Highlighted by many sought-after features, a liveable floor plan and stylish décor it’s easy to see why so many buyers are choosing to purchase and recreate the Arbor II showhome located in Airdrie’s southwest community of Hillcrest. Crafted by Shane Homes, the 1,472-sq.-ft. Arbor II is one of three functionally-styled showhomes and one of four models that make up just 44 paired homes offered in this final phase of Hillcrest. “We’ve been getting a number of people coming through the showhomes since the start of the New Year and they love the product; everyone has positive comments about them,” says Hillcrest sales associate Anita Luif. “People visiting the Arbor II say it feels much larger than it is 8 NextHome+CondoGuide | Feb. 8–Mar. 8, 2019
because the design flows so well. “Our designers did an amazing job with the décor and choosing the soft grey, taupe and white colour tones with accents of black creating a warm feeling throughout,” she says. “In fact, people love it so much they’re duplicating the showhome design in their own homes and that’s a great compliment. “Customers love the open foyer and the front family room, which while open to the rest of the main floor has a cosy and private feel,” Luif notes. “Additionally, they love how many single-family features this paired home has including a master bedroom ensuite with walk-in shower, walk-in closets in every bedroom, 9-ft. ceilings on the main floor, and a second
floor laundry. More so, our paired homes in Hillcrest come with front-yard landscaping and rear parking pad that can accommodate a double car garage starting in the low $320,000s.” Entering the Arbor II you’re immediately greeted by one of those fabulous design touches as a black subway tile feature wall highlights the foyer. A half-wall acts as a subtle separation from the spacious front family room and the foyer, which is made bright by a large window that lets in plenty of natural light. The thick carpet in this room helps define the space while adding contrast to the gorgeous weathered-wood look laminate floor that runs throughout the rest of the main floor. The central dining nook can
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accommodate a large gathering, while the kitchen with its island and breakfast bar is great for entertaining. The kitchen also serves up a handy pantry and soft grey cabinets that complement the white granite countertops and the black subway style backsplash, which matches the tile in the foyer. The main floor features a niche by the stairs providing room for a hall table or computer desk, as well as a mudroom and half-bath off the kitchen. Upstairs the master bedroom offers an inviting ensuite with a stunning wood-look tile feature wall, oversized walk-in shower and spacious walk-in closet. A main full bathroom, laundry closet and two generously sized
secondary bedrooms complete the second floor. Shane Homes has two additional paired showhomes in Hillcrest – the 1,560-sq.-ft. Eden III and the 1,576-sq.-ft. Trevean – and currently there are five spec homes available for immediate possession. The fourth paired model available to build is the 1,506-sq.-ft. Galea. For more information, visit the sales centre at 370 Hillcrest Road. S.W. Airdrie, open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m., call area manager Jamie Ivey or sales associate Anita Luif at 403-536-2317 or visit www.shanehomes.com.
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Buyers love the outstanding value, small-town charm of
Heartland in CoCHrane Offering the charm of small-town living, outstanding value and ease of access to the mountains and city it’s no wonder people have fallen in love with Heartland in Cochrane. Crafted by APEX Developments, Heartland is ideally located at the edge of the Foothills on the west side of Cochrane, providing residents a heartwarming and laidback country lifestyle, with a wide range of amenities close at hand. “Homeowners love the smalltown, family-friendly feel of 10 NextHome+CondoGuide | Feb. 8–Mar. 8, 2019
Heartland,” says APEX Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator Morgan Gowland. “Located just off Highway 1A and Highway 22, Heartland puts residents in an ideal spot to head into downtown Cochrane, Calgary or west to Ghost Lake, Kananaskis Country and the mountains.” The community itself is a short walk to the Bow River, and within a few minutes’ drive to Cochrane’s shops, restaurants, services, and recreation facilities such as the Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports
Centre, plus the Tuscany LRT Station is just a short drive up the highway, which is great for Calgary commuters. “Heartland offers incredible value,” she says. “Compared to homes in the city and surrounding neighbourhoods, buyers can save thousands of dollars on homes of the same style and size. For example, a 2,000-sq.-ft., double front-attached garage home in Heartland starts from the $340,000s, compared to a similar home in northcentral Calgary,
which starts from the $470,000s. With builder and developer promotions being offered right now, there’s never been a better time to buy.” Heartland welcomes residents and visitors alike with extra wide centre medians that are extensively landscaped with aspen trees and river rock. With three beautiful parks, a pathway system, naturalized spaces and a pond, the community offers residents a chance to get outside and connect with nature. “These common spaces encourage people to stay active, get to know their neighbours and foster the community’s familyfriendly spirit,” Gowland notes, adding that, “residents will also be pleased that a neighbourhood convenience store, gas station and local commercial area will be opening later this year, and a pedestrian pathway that will connect residents to the river and nearby communities.” The community is comprised of 250 acres, 45 of which is dedicated to greenspace, with approximately 1,450 residential units on build out, and five multi-family sites. Heartland’s architectural styling of Craftsman, Arts & Crafts, Prairie and Homestead is a reflection of Cochrane’s tranquil natural setting and small-town vibe. There are several housing choices available that appeal to everyone from first-time buyers and young families to empty nesters and right-sizers. Heartland offers tremendous value and affordability with single-family homes starting from the $340,000s, duplexes from the $290,000s, street towns (no condo fees) starting from the $290,000s and townhomes from the $250,000s. Heartland’s builder group includes: Excel Homes crafting front-drive garage single-family and duplex homes; Pacesetter by Sterling Homes building
single-family front-drive garage homes featuring two-storey and bungalow models and laned duplexes; Rohit Communities offering laned duplexes and street towns with rear detached garages and no condo fees; and Birchwood Properties presenting townhomes with double attached rear-drive garages.
These builders have 11 fabulous showhomes for visitors to explore that are open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m. For more information on Heartland, check out the showhomes or visit www.heartlandcochrane.com.
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TRICO’S VERONA OFFERS SINGLE-FAMILY FEATURES IN A TOWNHOME Lower level walkouts, 12-ft. ceilings, garages, flex rooms – these are among the eye-popping single-family home style features that buyers are thrilled to discover in a fabulous townhome project by Trico Homes. Located in sought-after Sage Hill community in northwest Calgary, Verona presents 126 three-storey townhomes that have been so well received by buyers given the project is already 60 per cent sold out. “People love the unique floorplans offered in Verona,” says Nada Courtliff, Trico’s multi-family sales and business development manager. “These are not your 14 NextHome+CondoGuide | Feb. 8–Mar. 8, 2019
typical townhomes, the split-level design allows for extended height ceilings in the great room with additional windows, and many of the interior features give them a single-family look and feel that buyers desire. “Many of our homes have walkout basements with an option to complete the flex space to add an additional bedroom and bathroom – perfect for older children living at home or guests,” she says. “The maintenance-free living gives families the ability to enjoy living in a townhome without the worry of snow removal and exterior maintenance. “Verona is also the only
townhome project in the northwest that borders a natural ravine, and the rolling hills of Symons Valley provide amazing views and tranquility that residents love.” Verona features three floor plans – Rundle, Cascade, and Galway – ranging from 1,560 to 1,598 sq. ft. and priced affordably from the $290,000s plus GST. Each home features a dual master bedroom design with their own private ensuite and an upstairs laundry with stacked washer and dryer. The main floor of the Rundle showhome features a huge great room and buyers are wowed by the towering 12-ft.-6 ceiling that
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SHOWHOMES 118 and 120 Sage Hill Grove N.W. CONTACT 403-455-3771
creates a sense of grandeur. A unique aspect about the great room is its separation from the kitchen and dining area ensuring a private, cosy feel. An open-concept kitchen and dining area offers substantial space for entertaining and features such as a central island with eating bar, corner pantry, full-height backsplash, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. These homes also come with a private deck (some have two, walkouts also have a patio), full landscaping, a single-attached front garage with a driveway large enough to fit another vehicle, and plenty of surrounding green
space to enjoy with family, friends, or dogs as this is a pet-friendly community. There is a mix of quick possession homes available as well as pre-sale homes under construction where buyers can choose colours and options. “The location of Verona is very convenient, right off Symons Valley and Shaganappi Trail with Stoney Trail in easy reach so residents have access to anything they may need,” Courtliff says. “Also, people love how private the development is as there are no major roads or retail within the community itself. This gives residents the ability to enjoy their
home peacefully yet within a few minutes, even walking distance, there is everything they need from grocery stores to pubs, to medical services and other retail. “Verona is attracting a mix of firsttime buyers and right-sizers, and these homes make great investment properties as the amenities in the Symons Valley area grow.” For more information on Verona Townhomes, visit the showhomes at 118 and 120 Sage Hill Grove N.W., open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m., call 403-455-3771 or visit www.veronatownhomes.ca. nexthome.ca 15
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FIVE MUST-VISIT
RAMEN RESTAURANTS IN YYC CODY BATTERSHILL
THE ONSET of the cold makes a hot
bowl of ramen the perfect meal on a winter’s day. I’ve been to nearly all the ramen restaurants in the city, and would like to share with you five of my absolute favourites: 1. RAMEN ICHINEN
There’s so many options at Ramen Ichinen in the northeast it’s almost unbelievable. Choose your noodle size, veggies, lean or fatty meat, spice level and add-ons, all culminating into the most customizable ramen experience in Calgary. They even give you 1.5 times the noodles for free!
ideal place to dine-in or pick-up delivery on the way home from the downtown office. It also serves some sushi and other Japanese dishes and is open until 11 p.m., making it a great spot to visit if you have a late-night ramen craving.
2. SHIKI MENYA
4. GORO + GUN
Named one of the best new Calgary restaurants in 2015, Shiki Menya’s all about quality over quantity. They make a limited number of ramen bowls every day (usually about 200 to 250) and are closed by 2:30 p.m. daily. Try visiting on a weekday right at 11 a.m. so you don’t have to wait for a table. This place is just that good!
Located in the Scotia Centre downtown, Goro + Gun is a chic ramen restaurant that’s perfect for any occasion. You’ll find a variety of Japanese cuisines here apart from wet and dry ramen: bento, sushi, teppanyaki, rolls and appetizers like gyoza and tataki to name a few. They even offer a gluten-free tonkotsu so that people with a glutensensitivity can still enjoy a good bowl of ramen.
3. IKEMEN RAMEN BAR
Ikemen’s house-made noodles are a sign of its authenticity, as is its large selection of wet and dry ramen bowls. Located in the Kensington district, it’s the
5. TEKKOTSU YA
Far in the southeast by Elliston Park (where GlobalFest is held),
is Tekkotsu Ya. This fairly new ramen restaurant is well worth the trip. This place has the best edamame I’ve ever tried, and their ramen bowls are just as good. They even have ramen variants I’ve never heard of, like the Jigoku, a spicier version of a basic pork broth soup. Check this place out! Hope you have a great winter and stay warm. These ramen restaurants should help with the latter! Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca
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Southpoint You Can afford It It’s a community like no other: a vibrant, family-friendly neighbourhood with quiet, tree-lined streets and a diverse selection of single-family and multi-family homes, so there truly is something for every lifestyle. Welcome to Southpoint, Vesta Properties’ trendsetting master planned community in southwest Airdrie.
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Welcoming by Design
Southpoint’s streetscape brings a fresh new dynamic to the neighbourhood. Colourful facades, quaint turrets and gables, as well as inviting front verandas that are sure to become a favourite place to hang out — everything comes together creating the ambiance of an upscale country club. Currently turning heads are Southpoint’s three-bedroom, freehold rowhomes. Spacious open floorplans are ideal for entertaining, private yards in both the front and back, a double garage and a large unfinished basement that can be finished now or in the future. Who says you can’t have the best of all worlds? And here’s another bonus — some have an additional sundrenched flex-space upstairs. “The fully finished attic was a huge ‘wow’ for us — very cool and very fun,” says one happy homeowner who moved in last fall. connecteD living
Life at Southpoint is about connecting with nature and neighbours. Twelve of the
community’s 74 acres are preserved as green space and parks. Criss-crossing the property is an extensive network of paths that connect to the Airdrie Trail System, as well as the four-acre central park with tennis and basketball courts, a whimsical kid’s playground, covered picnic tables, barbeque areas and even a dog park for your four-legged friends. More good news, with a brand new elementary school on schedule to open for the next school year, parents will be able to walk their kids to school without leaving the neighbourhood or crossing a major road. The Southpoint presentation centre and display home are located at 305 Southpoint Green in Airdrie. Open Monday to Thursday, 2p.m. -8p.m., Friday noon-6p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5p.m. Townhomes start from $269,900, rowhomes from $319,900, and single-family lane homes from $359,900. For more information, visit vestasouthpoint.com or call 403.980.1979.
YOU CAN AFFORD TO LIVE HERE!
$319,900
INCL. GST
$66,000 QUALIFYING INCOME* $1,580 MONTHLY*
HOME TYPE
ADDRESS
FLOORPLAN
SQ. FT.
PRICE*
ROWHOME
70 Reynolds Gate
THE BOLTON
1,395
$339,900 $319,900
ROWHOME
152 Southpoint Court
THE BRISTOL with ATTIC
1,887
$399,900 $369,900
ROWHOME
66 Reynolds Gate
THE ABBEY with ATTIC
2,207
$409,900 $389,900
SF LANE HOME
309 Southpoint Green
THE STAFFORD 1
1,556
$389,900 $369,900
SF LANE HOME
317 Southpoint Green
THE PRESTON 1
1,622
$399,900 $379,900
SF LANE HOME
357 Southpoint Green
THE MITCHELL with ATTIC
2,200
$439,900 $415,900
TOWNHOME
210 Southpoint Park
THE BERKLEY
1,949
$329,900
V E S TA S O U T H P O I N T. C O M 305 Southpoint Green SW, Airdrie s o u t h p o i n t@ ve s t a p r o p e r t i e s . c o m
40 3 .98 0.1979
*Prices as of January 28, 2019. Qualifying income and monthly payment are based on 5% down payment of $15,995. Numbers are approximate, terms and conditions apply. Prices are inluding GST. Renderings are an artist’s conception and are intended as a general reference only. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. E. & O.E.
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DOWNTOWN
20 Ave Nw 1
6 St Ne
14 St Nw
12
Centre St S
19 S t Nw
Crowchild Trl Nw
Trans Canada Hwy
11
Kensington Rd Nw Memorial Dr Nw
4 6 5
1 Ave Ne 3
11 16
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BELTLINE 1. SMITH by Grosvenor smith17.com 2. PARK POINT by Qualex Landmark qualex.ca/ParkPoint
BRIDGELAND 3. Bridgeland Crossings II by Gablecraft Homes liveat.bridgelandcrossings.com 4. Radius by Bucci Developments bucci.com/radius/ 5. Steps by Giustini Bridges Inc. 6. Bridgeland Hill by Gablecraft Homes liveatbridgelandhill.gablecrafthomes.ca
4 St Sw
1 6 St S w
19 St Sw
ay 34 Ave Sw Council W
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Macleo d Trail Se
5 St Sw
w
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1
17 Ave Sw
10
25 Ave Se
NEW CONDOS
42 Ave Se
EAST VILLAGE
KENSINGTON
DEVELOPER: CMLC 7. INK by Battistella Developments battistella.ca/ink/ 8. EVOLUTION by Embassy Bosa evolutioncalgary.com 9. VERVE by Fram Building Group framhomes.com 10. N3 Condos by Knightsbridge & Metorpia N3condo.ca
12. EZRA by Birchwood ezraonrileypark.com 13. KENSINGTON by Bucci Developments bucci.com/Kensington/
14. DUKE by Avi Urban aviurban.com
EAU CLAIRE
VICTORIA PARK
11. WATERFRONT by Anthem Properties waterfrontcalgary.com
MISSION
15. GUARDIAN by Hon Towers theguardiancalgary.com
WEST END 16. AVENUE by Grosvenor & Cressey avenuewestend.com
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RBC LOWERS FIVE-YEAR FIXED MORTGAGE RATE by TRISHA SALES
The big news in mortgage rates is RBC’s decision to cut its five-year mortgage rate from 3.89 per cent to 3.74 per cent. The bank hasn’t lowered its posted five-year fixed rate since October 2017, and there’s an expectation that other banks will soon follow — great news for those out shopping for a home and a mortgage. “RBC is the largest mortgage lender in Canada, so whenever they move their mortgage rates, we can expect that the other four banks will follow suit,” says James Laird, co-founder of Ratehub Inc. and president of CanWise Financial. “We anticipate that the other big banks will soon have a publicly posted rate of 3.74 per cent as well. We have expected this move from lenders since bond yields dropped in December, after the Bank of Canada’s announcement stating that future rate hikes would be slower and less frequent,” he says. Laird continues: “Canadians who need a mortgage this year should check back frequently with rate sites and mortgage providers. As the spring homebuying market approaches, many lenders will offer deep discounts and promotions in order to attract new customers. “Anyone looking for a variable rate should act quickly, because the current stable interest rate environment is causing lenders to reduce the discounts being offered on variable rate mortgages.”
Here are scenarios that help you, the homebuyer, break it all down according to Ratehub.ca’s mortgage payment calculator: SCENARIO 1: $400,000 mortgage with a five-year fixed rate of 3.89 per cent Monthly Mortgage Payments: $2,080 A homeowner with a 3.74 per cent rate Monthly Mortgage Payments: $2,048 There’s a 0.15 per cent difference in the mortgage rates. This would lower mortgage payments by $32 monthly or $384 yearly. SCENARIO 2: $800,000 mortgage with a five-year fixed rate of 3.89 per cent Monthly Mortgage Payments: $4,161 A homeowner with a 3.74 per cent rate Monthly Mortgage Payments: $4,096 There’s a 0.15 per cent difference in the mortgage rates. This would lower mortgage payments by $65 monthly or $780 yearly. nexthome.ca 23
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5. LEGACY By: Westcreek Developments Builders: Carlisle Group, Brad Remington Homes (My Legacy Park), Aldebaran Homes, Shane Homes, Trico Homes, Jayman Built, WestCreek Homes, Trico Homes, Sterling Homes, Stepper Homes, Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, and Albi Homes LEGACY GATE by Carlisle Group
LEGACY PARK
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MAHOGANY ESTATE
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Builders: Albi Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential ORIGINS by Streetside Developments livecranston.ca
By: Genstar Builders: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Rockford Jackson by Avi Urban WALDEN PLACE by Cardel Lifestyles waldenliving.ca
201
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Remington Homes
CHALET NO. 6 by Hopewell NOTE: Please match map numbers with property listings.
NEW HOMES
NEW CONDOS
1. AUBURN BAY
2. CRANSTON
By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Baywest Homes, Jayman BUILT, Albi Homes, Morrison Homes, Discovery Homes AUBURN WALK by Cardel Lifestyles CANOE by Avi Urban REGATTA by Brookfield Residential liveauburnbay.ca
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CRANSTON RIDGE
7. QUARRY PARK By: Remington Developments CHAMPAGNE by Remington Developments THE GATES by Remington Developments GLADSTONE by Remington Developments
by Cardel Lifestyles
8. WESTMAN VILLAGE
ZEN CRANSTON
By: Jayman BUILT Builders: Jayman BUILT westmanvillage.com
by Avalon Master Builder brookfieldresidential.com
ADVICE | MAKE YOUR MOVE
MOVING ETIQUETTE CHUCK RESNICK
Whether you are moving into or out of a new space, there are certain things to do to make things go as smoothly as possible. Think of the following tips as ‘moving etiquette’. • Let your neighbours at both ends know when to expect the movers to pull into your place. Ensure the movers park and unload to avoid blocking anyone else’s driveway or trespassing on other property.
ES UIT ! S N W HO PE 2 S OW O N
• If you are booking a residential move, try and select 9 or 10 a.m. for your truck to arrive since people who work 9-to-5 are not home. You are less likely to cause them any inconvenience. • Book elevators in advance in the building you are leaving and the one you will be moving into so you have the benefit of arranging your time comfortably. Check to see if movers are restricted to using specific doors. • Have your pets cared for elsewhere. Moving means doors will be open for long periods, and animals wandering about can be dangerous for them and for the movers. • Most people wonder whether to tip movers. It is not compulsory,
so it is totally up to you. • Most moving companies are good about removing packing materials, crates, boxes, etc. when they leave. If anything is left behind, collect it yourself and dispose of it. • As items are moved out of rooms, sweep, mop and clean what you can. Some people hire cleaners before giving the key to the landlord or new owners. Chuck Resnick is vice-president Marketing and Operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit twomen.ca
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6
N No rt h
St George's Dr Ne
6 St Ne
St S e Trl S e 26
Deer foot
Centre St S
wR Bo
Builders: Vivace by Streetside Developments
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24 St Se
MacLeo d Tr
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Blackfoot Trl Se
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n more Trl Se
River Bow
Haddon R d Sw
Se
18 St S e
Se
Elbo w Dr Sw
23 St Ne
Centre St S
14 St Nw
20 St Sw
By: Qualico Communities Builders: Baywest Homes, Augusta Home Hunter House by Streetside Developments silveradobyqualico.com
76 Ave Se
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Builders: Sanderson Ridge on Fish Creek by Telsec
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Anderson Rd Se
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B
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194 Ave Sw
201
22X
Sheriff King St
Range Rd 14
24 St Sw
3
C
Spruce Meadows Trl Sw
Chaparral Blvd
22X
6 St Sw
178 Ave W Marquis Of Lorne Trl Sw 192 St W
is V alley Rd
w
178 Ave W
194 Ave Se
6
22
Township Road 221
NOTE: Please match map numbers with property listings.
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Range Rd 13
Range Road 30
7 210 Ave W
210 Ave Se
226 Ave
NEW HOMES
By: Canada Lands Builders: Axess by Slokker Homes
7. BELMONT
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Sha wini
162 Ave Sw
6 14
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Elbo w Dr Sw
Crowchild Trl S
51 St Sw 45 St Sw
20 St Sw
Sarcee Trl Sw
69 St Sw t Sw
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Westbluff Rd
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Heritage Dr
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MacLeod Trl Se
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By: Qualico Communities Builders: Sterling Homes, NuVista Homes, Broadview Homes, Trico Homes calgary.qualicocommunities.com/ crestmont/
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Heritage Dr
90 Ave Sw
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26 St Ne
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Southland Dr SW
Memoria lD
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GLENMORE RESERVOIR
By: La Vita Land Builders: Calbridge Homes mysticcalbridge.com
2. CRESTMONT
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Glenmor
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Crowchild Trl Nw
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By: Anthem United Builders: Homes by Avi, Cedarglen Homes, JaymanBUILT, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Streetside Developments, Trico Homes belmontcalgary.com
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Township Rd 262
River Heig hts D r 3
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NEW HOMES
NEW CONDOS
1. FIRESIDE
4. RIVERSONG
By: La Vita Land Builders: Calbridge, Janssen, Kingsmith, Landmark, ReidBuilt Homes firesidecochrane.com
By: Tamani Communities Builders: Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes, THE RISE by Jayman Modus riversongcochrane.com
2. HEARTLAND
5. JUMPING POUND RIDGE
By: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, ROHIT, Pacesetter by Sterling BRAND by Birchwood Properties heartlandcochrane.com
By Slokker Homes jumpingpound.com
3. THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS By: La Vita Land Inc. Builders: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes thewillowscochrane.com
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6. SUNSET RIDGE BY MELCOR Builders: Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, JaymanBUILT, Landmark Homes
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Last year, nine-year-old Ryan Mota of Winnipeg, won a $25,000 grant to direct to the Habitat build of his choice.
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144 Ave Nw
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W h itehor n D r Ne
By: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builders Group saddlestonecalgary.com
2. CORNERSTONE By: Anthem United Builders: Jayman BUILT, Shane Homes, Morrison Homes, Truman Homes, Pacesetter Homes liveatcornerstone.ca
3. REDSTONE By: Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring) calgary.qualicocommunities.com/ redstone
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23 St Ne
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1 2 St N
40 Ave Nw
32 A
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McCall Way Ne
22X
64 Ave Ne
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1 4 St Nw
Centre St N
N
64 Ave Ne
11 St Ne
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CONTEMPLATING CONDOMINIUMS
WHO’S IN CHARGE? CONDO BOARD, MANAGER OR ANNUAL MEETING?
LINDA PALFI
There are times in condominium living when we need to know who’s in charge. An issue might arise that requires a political decision, or a problem looms that requires spending considerable funds. Which, come to think of it, leads right back to politics. While the property manager 32 NextHome+CondoGuide | Feb. 8–Mar. 8, 2019
employed by the condo corporation administers daily issues, he or she has no deciding authority. It is the condo board that must grapple with issues and make tough decisions, just like municipal council does at city hall. The property manager then implements those decisions, just like staff do at city hall. In fact, condominium law parallels municipal law in much of North America, with a few specific differences. Here in Alberta, the elected condo Board of Directors
is the governing body of the condominium corporation, chosen at an annual general meeting. These three to seven people have the duty to make decisions in the best interests of all the owners. They also have considerable authority and discretion in order to get their job done. So, the condo board is in charge, right? Well, yes, except Alberta’s Condominium Property Act also specifies that boards shall take direction from an annual general meeting, or a special
general meeting of the corporation of all the owners, which can usually be called by owners who are not on the board. This meeting could also result in the election of a new condo board, which might reverse decisions made by the previous board. Such an election or direction, of course, is subject to proper notice having been given to all owners (see your bylaws), while reversing decisions can be hard if contracts have been signed. Some things just can’t be undone. In city hall, the council passes bylaws, while in a condominium, the owners must approve bylaw changes with a 75 per cent majority vote. Those are the important differences between a condominium and city hall, which are otherwise remarkably similar. In short, condo boards have a large
mandate, but can be turned out of office in part or in their entirety, and condo boards must take direction from general meetings. Condo boards also determine its own table officers, e.g.: Its own chair, secretary, treasurer and so forth. I wouldn’t want my mayor chosen this way, but it’s a good and simple system for the smaller world of condominium. In some condominium corporations, the board is so fragile, that the property manager ends up running the show. It’s not good, and there’s liability involved for the management company. What are you going to do when most owners are absentee landlords, or for some other reason can’t or won’t hold meetings and make decisions? Don’t buy into a condo community being managed this
way – however, recognize that some condominium developments would have no leadership at all if the property manager didn’t take the reigns. Let’s review a make-believe example of some of the above. Pretend that a condo townhouse development called ‘Sleepy Hollow Condos’ (100 homes) has always had an outdoor pool, and that members of the board seem to be among the few owners who actually use it. At 30 years of age, the pool requires a $250,000 renovation. Lacking an adequate reserve fund, the board votes to special assess $2,500 on each home to rebuild the pool, which a majority of owners would rather see closed down. A group of objecting owners circulates a petition to all their neighbours calling for a special general meeting and serving notice that a single motion will be on the agenda. It reads that, “the board is directed to cancel the planned special assessment, close the pool permanently, fill it in, and create a modest rock garden.” The meeting comes to pass, the motion is voted upon, and it passes 93 to 7 (the board members). After the meeting the Board remains in place. It has the same decision-making power as before, but on this issue, it can only decide when to close the pool, which contractor to hire to fill it in, and how many cacti to plant. This scenario is fanciful, and reality is usually messier. Yet it shows how the Condo Act and your bylaws provide checks and balances, should you need them. Democracy: It’s a wonderful thing.
Linda Palfi is an active realtor, serving all types of residential properties in Calgary and area for the past 15 years. Linda is a Certified Condominium Specialist, member of the Calgary Real Estate Board’s Professional Standards Committee and sits on several condominium boards. Linda can be reached at 403.998.7732 or Linda@condosincalgary.com nexthome.ca 33
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