When we had made the decision we would look to move from Whitby, where we have a great group of neighbours and friends, the first aspect was to consider where?
Maureen had always wanted to live close to the coast so last year we did some exploration around Plimmerton but could not see any bare land opportunities. We had previously examined an eco-sanctuary to the north of Waikanae but that was distant from the coast and the public transport infrastructure.
Our first call however was to the ehaus showhome at Waikanae. If you are thinking Passive House this is a great start.
https://www.ehaus.co.nz/showhomes/kapiti-showhome/
John Murphy is ehaus' Sales Manager and a great advocate for this form of housing. It was he who informed us of all the various sections within the area that might be suitable so having got the GPS out we commenced our search.
In looking for a section for a Passive House solar orientation is a key factor in achieving the level of certification and energy saving one requires. This only becomes apparent when one is down the road in the process but it is a vital factor.
After exhausting most of the sections in the Kapiti area within the limits set, to have easy access to the bus and train network to reach Wellington from time to time, we arrived at Kotuku Parks in Paraparaumu Beach North.
It appeared that the only section remaining here was one that at first glance had a very small building plot on it, so after scanning the neighbourhood, which we really liked it was time to see the sales agent.....
See the photos for the area
http://kotukuparks.co.nz/photos.php#thumb
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