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NEWINBOSCH , STELLENBOSCH
After almost six years of extensive planning , protracted pandemic delays and a stringent approval process , the Newinbosch neighbourhood is ready to introduce affordable , secure living to the Stellenbosch residential market .
This new generation , green neighbourhood is positioned on the elevated shoulder of the R304 at the northern entrance to Stellenbosch , some three kilometres from the centre of town .
Newinbosch is a sustainably developed , R2.4bn , 48ha mixed-used residential development , that is poised to be recognised as the greenest development in Stellenbosch .
The Newinbosch property portfolio comprises a total of 1,320 units across five different typologies . Upon completion , the Newinbosch neighbourhood will provide a new address for between 5,000 to 6,000 residents .
Considering its location , affordable price range and ease of access to the Stellenbosch CBD , the Stellenbosch University and all other major employers in the area , the Newinbosch neighbourhood is well positioned to address the high demand for reasonably priced , secure living in closer proximity to Stellenbosch and surrounding Boland towns .
This was at the core of the vision and conceptualisation of the Newinbosch neighbourhood , according to development partners
Similan , a Stellenbosch-based residential property development company , and JSE-listed construction company , Raubex .
Harold Spies , managing director of Similan , says the Newinbosch offering directly responds to the huge need for accessible and secure living in well-located residential areas in and around Stellenbosch . “ This new neighbourhood combines the three primary considerations among current homebuyers : ease of access , convenience , and secure , connected living , through its complete 360 ° live , work , learn , and play solution . Our vision for Newinbosch is that it will set the benchmark for sustainable residential developments to provide greater access to affordable quality and secure and inclusive living to a new generation of South African homeowners ,” Spies continues .
Underpinning this vision is the developers ’ pledge to inspire sustainable , and environmentally conscious living . “ Newinbosch distinguishes itself as a green development , with a deep respect for the natural heritage of the site at its core ,” says development partner and managing director of Raubex Building , Barend Badenhorst .
“ From the onset , the entire Newinbosch neighbourhood was designed around the principles of sustainable placemaking , and in strict adherence to the UN Sustainable Development Goals that aim to mitigate the impact of the construction sector on climate change ,” Badenhorst says .
“ Prioritising innovative , sustainable design and green building practices present several direct and consequential benefits to the Newinbosch neighbourhood and its residents ,” Badenhorst continues . “ Reducing the environmental footprint and protecting the scarce resources of our country not only ensure the longevity of the neighbourhood , but by doing so , residents are guaranteed to benefit from substantial cost savings through the effective use of energy and resources ,” he explains .
Sustainable Energy and Resources Given South Africa ’ s prevailing energy crisis developers aim to install a fully integrated microgrid energy system to ensure
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