GINGIN ECO LIFESTYLE
VILLAGE FAQ
* These are general answers only. For more specific details, please get in touch on 0447 257 337 or click Contact Us
Is there a Fee (commonly known as the Exit Fee or Deferred Management Fee) to pay when I sell?
There is no Exit Fee or Deferred Management Fee when you sell your home, because you own your home 100%.
Are there any weekly or monthly fees to be paid and what does this fee cover?
A weekly fee (fee) is payable which gives you an exclusive right to occupy a site on a long-term lease. The fee also covers the cost of the following items:
- Water consumption
- Electricity consumption
- Shire rates and water rates
- Internet
- On-site village management team
- Maintenance of common garden areas
- Maintenance and running costs of the Clubhouse and other common facilities
- Insurance of common area buildings and facilities
- Rubbish collection
Not included in this weekly fee are your living costs of:
- Telephone land-line
- Home and contents insurance
- Upkeep and maintenance of your home and garden inside your lot
Under your lease agreement (Residential Site Agreement) the weekly fee is payable by direct debit each fortnight. The fee is reviewed on 1 July each year and any increase is kept in line with the Perth Consumer Price Index. To see the full range of Fees please click here.
How long does the long-term lease (called the Residential Site Agreement) work?
By choosing to live in the Village, you enter into a Residential Site Agreement (ie. a long-term lease for 60 years).
The RSA covers obligations, responsibilities, policies and rules that apply to Village Management and to you, the Resident.
When you sell your home, your RSA comes to an end and the new Resident that elects to purchase your home takes on the remainder term of the Village lease period.
The Residential Parks (Long Stay Tenants) Act 2006 and its Regulations is being voluntarily adopted by the Village.
Is Federal Government Rent Assistance Available?
Yes, depending on your personal financial circumstances, you may be eligible for Federal Government Rent Assistance which can be used to reduce the weekly site fee.
You will need to contact Centrelink – also see www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/centrelink/rent-assistance
or Veterans Affairs to find out what you are entitled to receive.
The Village is being developed over time and the facilities will include …
- Secure, Gated Access
- Clubhouse with Dance Floor
Includes Pool Table & Darts, Bar, Gym,
Meeting Rooms, Kitchen & Servery - Pool with Spa
- Boat and Caravan Parking Area
- Arts and Crafts Area
- Recycle Area
- Residents’ Workshop
- Organic Produce Gardens
Can I Have a Pet?
Pets are part of your family and are very welcome.
There are some common sense rules to follow, simply because we need to respect the rights of all homeowners, including those without pets.
Can I have Visitors and/or Grandchildren come and stay?
Of course, yes. Keeping a common sense approach, there are simply restrictions on the length of time they can stay with you.
Is Stamp Duty payable on the purchase of my Village Home?
No, there is no stamp duty payable on the purchase of your Village Home.
Is there a Village Manager and what is their role?
The Village management engages a team of people (ie. administrators, gardeners, handymen).
Their role is to take care of the premises, along with day to day maintenance and related concerns.
Village management costs are incorporated into your weekly fee.
Home Designs Available at Gingin Lifestyle Village
