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TOWNHOUSES AND APARTMENTS
STAND ALONE PROPERTIES
( Very limited supply )
PROS
• 24 hour facilities management on site for all repairs
• Backup power / water supplied
• Good security
• Excellent Amenities i . e . tennis courts / squash / yoga classes etc .
• Lock up & go – easy living
CONS
• Smaller living space
• Limited cupboards / space
• Storage of existing personal effects
• Neighbors in close proximity
• Small pets only
• No private gardens
PROS
• Larger living area
• Private contained garden
• Outside living possibility
• Children ' s contained play area
• Pet friendly
• Private
CONS
• Expensive running & amp ; maintenance costs
• Utilities are not included in the service charge
• Additional costs for rental of a backup generator & water supply
• High diesel costs
• Security guard required onsite property
• Maintenance hassles