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The Journey so far...
8 George Street, Te Puke, was purchased by Te Puke Baptist Church more than 20 years ago and, until it’s recent demolition, has been housing people from our local community.
A team from TPBC was put together in 2020 to research, dream and create plans for the development of this section with our local hapori in mind.
We asked the question; What is the best use of this land in God's eyes?
After community consultation, a vision has formed to develop this asset to help meet Te Puke’s crucial need for quality, affordable housing for people aged 65 yrs+
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So, what's the plan?
Fast forward to today, we have a 788 sqm free-hold clear residential section ready for development!
We are planning to build a six-unit Community Housing Initiative for Residents aged 65 years + right next door to the church.
The Western Bay of Plenty District Council has endorsed the Evergreen House project in a significant way by reducing the development contribution costs (Council FINCO fees). We are thrilled with this vote of confidence and believe it is recognition that Evergreen House is meeting a genuine need in our community. Evergreen House will provide a warm, modern, well-constructed home and quality, independent living for six tenants.
It's in the details...
Unit 1, closest to George Street, has 2 bedrooms and totals 85sqm
Units 2-6 are all single bedroom units at 60sqm in floor area
Each unit has its own designated carpark adjacent to the property
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Resource Consent Obtained with Building Consent in processing.
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Future-proofed through level-entry and accessible design partnered with quality materials to ensure ease of use for any residents with disabilities
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We have journeyed with G J Gardner Homes, and have a contract build price from them, which is unsigned at present (July 2023) as we explore funding options to enable us to build
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So, we are working toward the funding side of the journey at present.
This also includes funding for the ‘non-building’ needs of the project – fencing, paths, clotheslines, lawn laying, decking, and landscaping, etc
