Eastern Ontario New Home & Condo Guide - Apr 19, 2014

Apr 19 - May 3, 2014 Volume 14 Issue 8

Eastern Ontario Edition

Your Best Source for New Homes and Condos

Minto launches

NEW DESIGNS East & West inside this issue

THE HOUSING NEEDS OF GENERATION Y

THREE PARTNERS, THREE DAYS, ONE GREAT CAUSE

HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR NEW-HOME WARRANTY

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Think you can’t afford a home?

It’s more affordable than you first thought

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Susan Legge

Editor-in-chief Wall2Wall Media

uch like that bank commercial that says, “You’re richer than you think,” a new home may be more affordable than you originally thought. Perhaps you need only to change your definition of “home” to get into the market.

While a detached home is the traditional choice for many, highrise and lowrise suites, lofts and townhomes have become a prime choice among first-time buyers and empty nesters in the market for new place to call home.

Not only does townhouse and condominium living afford you the opportunity to live in a prime neighbourhood at a great starting price, when it’s time to move you can often opt

to remain in the same neighbourhood, since many communities offer a mix of designs and sizes, which allows families to relocate easily without having to change jobs or schools.

Today’s communities generally have a range of sizes and prices that start at the “affordable” end of the price spectrum. Many builders and developers are gearing up for their grand openings and have new communities available for quick occupancy. It’s an exciting time to be shopping for a new place, so don’t miss this excellent buying opportunity.

Have a look through this issue and see what you think. The home of your dreams is waiting.

Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

Preparing for busy season Harsh winter weather and healthy conditions have the real estate market ready for a feverish spring

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Editor Wall2Wall Media Wayne.Karl@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

other Nature clearly has no sense of humour. At time of writing – mid-April, no less – temperatures hover around zero Celsius, and rain and wet snow continue to threaten.

Snow. In mid April.

Indeed, an unusually harsh winter has already delayed the start of the spring real estate season in many Canadian markets, while low inventory is leading to significant price increases in areas where supply isn’t keeping pace with demand. Meanwhile, an improving economy is leading to growing consumer confidence, creating a strong foundation for residential real estate growth. This, according to the 2014 ReMax Spring Market Trends Report.

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Spring can’t come soon enough, in more ways than one.

Also at press time – April 15, to be exact, and one day before the Bank of Canada’s next interest rate announcement – mortgage rates remain at historically low levels.

Collectively, these conditions are producing something of a perfect storm of opportunity for Canadian homebuyers.

And while the ReMax report largely focuses on resale, the new home market also stands to benefit. Demand is high and supply in some areas and housing types may be limited, but for buyers who are well financed, well prepared and ready to act fast, new home purchases this spring will likely prove to be wise decisions.

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p. 24 MINTO

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vice-president, Wall2wall media

Jacqueline Hill

Director of sales, national

Josh Heppner

Sales Manager, Eastern Ontario

Paul Bimm

editor-in-chief / director of content

Susan Legge art director

Tammy Leung editor

Wayne Karl contributing editors

Sara Duck, Elisa Krovblit, Lydia McNutt

Condo Insert | C01-C20 Spotlight on Condos: Your guide to new condo communities

in the Gatineau and Greater Ottawa Area

sales co-ordinator, eastern Ontario

Nash Kamaludin

Manager of production

Bala Gnanapandithan

regular features 16 Editor’s Note C16 Home Smarts

Identifying the housing needs of Generation Y

by Marnie Bennett

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GOHBA Report Three partners, three days and one great cause

by John W. Herbert

community focus features C06 VALECRAFT HOMES

Woodroffe Lofts – step into Barrhaven Real Estate

Living Green Air-purifying hardwood floor the first of its kind in world

Mike Terentiev, Hannah Yarkony

Published By

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Maintain your new home to maintain your warranty

the News

Ontario economy poised for accelerated growth: RBC

graphic designer

by Howard Bogach

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Quick Tips Don’t let your stuff control you

by Hellen Buttigieg

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Hot Sheets

Two pages of community previews and openings

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Your Pull-Out Guide to highrise, conversion, loft, terrace & townhome condo projects

Spring Fever Event Limited-time pricing to welcome the season.

To celebrate spring, we’re offering hot pricing on a brand new condo at Notting Hill South.

Available for immediate occupancy, these 2 bedroom suites are loaded with popular features.

Enjoy zero-maintenance comfort and Cardel quality in your new home sweet home.

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Woodroffe Lofts Step into Barrhaven Real Estate

V Location Barrhaven Sales Centre Open Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday to Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

Contact 198 Springbeauty Ave. 613.440.0304 woodroffelofts@valecraft.com

alecraft Homes has just released its stunning new condo flats in Barrhaven for purchase. Located just south of Longfields Dr. and west of Woodroffe Ave., these five, four-storey walk-up buildings will offer sophisticated style and luxurious comfort.

These units are located in the heart of Barrhaven and provide easy access to all major amenities. Only minutes away are the many shops, restaurants and movie theatre on Strandherd Dr. Head down Woodroffe and you are less than 10 minutes from downtown, or hop on the 416 and you are in Kanata in no time. There are also many OC Transpo bus routes, as well as the VIA Rail station on Fallowfield.

Barrhaven is an ideal place for families, young professionals and retirees alike.

Everything you need is right at your fingertips. Enjoy the safety, comfort and practicality that this ever-growing community has to offer. Looking to escape the city? There are many bike paths and trails ideal for walking your dog, heading out for a run, or simply stepping out to enjoy nature. With the new bridge, Manotick will be only minutes away.

Enjoy your Sunday afternoons perusing through the many local shops and restaurants that Manotick has to offer.

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Barrhaven is an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.

Everything you need is right at your fingertips.

Enjoy the safety, comfort and practicality that this ever-growing community has to offer.

What makes Woodroffe Lofts unique is that all interior finishes are Green products. These condo units are available in three designs: the Carlyle, the Parker and the Quinn. All three models offer 1,110 sq. ft., with the Carlyle always being the exterior unit. Two more designs are expected later this year. The community features 68 Energy Star certified condo flats, and each comes with six appliances, including a stacked washer and dryer, large private balconies, and the master bedroom features a private ensuite bathroom. The flats come standard with hardwood flooring throughout the Great Room and the hallway, and ceramic tile flooring throughout the kitchen and all the bathrooms.

Buy now and take advantage of the $5,000 limited time upgrade bonus. Included with all the units is one free parking spot and a free VIP Internet, cable and phone package for a year. Enjoy a lifestyle modeled on marvelous design, outstanding value and a worry-free home-buying experience in Woodroffe Lofts.

Prices range from $258,900 to $269,900. You can purchase one of the units in Block A, or pre-register for the other units.

Valecraft Homes continues to build on more than 30 years of experience as one of Ottawa’s leading home builders. Its reputation stems from a family of dedicated professionals ensuring satisfaction from the moment you enter your new home. Every member of the Valecraft family values integrity and quality, ensuring a safe and reliable home for you and your loved ones. In more than 30 years, Valecraft has yet to miss or delay a closing date, which is why the company boasts it has been “Exceeding Expectations since 1982.”

For more information on Woodroffe Lofts, please contact the sales office, or visit the website at valecraft.com APR 19 - May 3, 2014 | New home & Condo guide eastern Ontario C7

IN THE MARKET FOR A

NEW HOUSE

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We think finding a home is a lot more than simply finding the right property.

That’s why we put you right in the middle of the search process.

Search your favorite neighbourhood

Find out about nearby services and amenities

View new construction projects and register to get the latest info

Visit the new real estate section on canpages.ca and start looking for that special place.

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• Industry Insights by Eastern Ontario’s Home Building Leaders • Detailed Home Builder Stories • Mortgage and Legal Advice

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At Nuovo, we believe that life should be enjoyed not only on special occasions or holidays but every day. That’s why we’ve designed our rooftop terrace to feature an all-season lounge and salt water relaxation pool.

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Discover downtown living at its best with a tour of the bright and airy, beautifully decorated models at Galleria 2. This is your opportunity to live and play close to Parliament Hill, University of Ottawa, ByWard Market, and all that Canada’s capital has to offer.

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Identifying the housing needs of Generation Y » by marnie bennett

Marnie Bennett

is a broker and the marketing director for Bennett Property Shop Realty, a full premium service real estate brokerage specializing in marketing and selling new and resale homes, condominiums and investment real estate.

Marnie is the host of the weekly radio show the Real Estate Hour, a millionaire real estate investor and a wealth management coach. bennettpros.com

When considering future trends in housing, builders need to take a long, hard look at demographics. The young adults of today are the homeowners of tomorrow – or so we hope.

Generation Y (which ranges roughly from teens to 30-yearolds) has been analyzed from here to eternity; the group is usually described as eco-conscious, tech-savvy, urban, exceptionally social and prone to postponing marriage and children. Given such labels, builders are left to consider what type of housing will appeal to this generation. Let’s take them one by one: Eco-conscious: It’s not hard to believe that this

generation is “Greener” than those before: these kids have been taught about saving the planet throughout their school years, and have been recycling their entire lives. Many of them will be drawn to homes with Green features – the splashier, the better. Homes with Green roofs and solar power, for instance, will catch their eye.

Tech-sav v y: Naturally, this generation will look for

homes that are wired for current and future technologies. To sell a home that’s truly “Internet-ready,” developers may consider purchasing package deals at a discount from the provider, with fees to be bundled into condo fees. But where Gen Y’s technomania will really come into play is in the way homes are marketed: through social media, smartphone apps and whatever else is headed down the pipe. This is beginning to happen, but soon it will be the norm.

Urban, Social and Single: It’s true that many Gen Y

(or echo boomers, as they’re sometimes known) are drawn to bigger cities for school, work, the culture and the nightlife. To satisfy their social needs, their ideal home might be situated in a lively, walkable downtown area, close to cafes, restaurants, trendy shops and dog parks. Condominiums are the most likely bet to meet all these criteria; they can also function as meeting places, if they’re outfitted with rooftop patios, gyms and lounges. Condos are usually the most affordable option for buyers with a single income; and buyers without children are typically less likely to miss backyard space.

It’s also been well documented that many Gen Yers live at home with their parents – never having left or having “boomeranged” after college or university. (This fits with one of the other stereotypes about this group – that they are

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emotionally close to their parents.)

Some are wisely saving for a down payment on a home, but certainly not all. Gen Yers are just beginning their career paths, and many of them don’t make a lot of money. Many rent their own places and will continue to rent for a long time.

So, what’s the answer? As far as urban homes go, it might be a radical downsizing of condos and apartments.

“Pocket condos” have been around forever in New York City, and are now showing up in many major cities. They can combine location, thoughtful features and terrific common spaces at an affordable price. The only question is whether Generation Y is willing to make the trade-off: fewer possessions for a greater urban experience. Only time will tell!

To receive a free copy of a new special report titled “Homebuyers: How to Save Thousands of Dollars When You Buy” email sales@bennettpros.com

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ONTARIO ECONOMY POISED FOR ACCELERATED GROWTH IN 2014:

RBC economics

Ontario’s economy is expected to visibly pick up in 2014 with export demand and business investment kicking into higher gear, according to the latest RBC Economics Provincial Outlook. RBC expects real GDP growth to

accelerate to a four-year high of 2.5 per cent in 2014 and an even stronger 2.9 per cent in 2015.

“We believe Ontario exporters stand to benefit strongly from improving demand from south of the border as the U.S. economy continues to ramp up significantly this year,” says Craig Wright, senior vice-president and chief economist, RBC. “While there is room for advances in motor vehicles and parts – Ontario’s key export category – greater opportunities may lie in a broader range of made-in-Ontario products and services, such as consumer goods, equipment, software applications and engineering.”

The report also notes that the February release of Statistics Canada’s P&PI survey brought some good news on the capital expenditures front – Ontario businesses plan to increase spending on non-residential outlays by 3.7 per cent in 2014. Further, manufacturers are penciling in an 8.8 per cent boost, two-thirds of which will take place in the transportation equipment industry where capital spending is set to surge almost 29 per cent.

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Another positive from the survey was plans by local and municipal administrations to boost their capital spending by close to 20 per cent in 2014, RBC says, after three years of considerable declines and amid largely flat spending at the provincial and federal levels.

“This is evidence that Ontario municipalities are firmly engaged in addressing the need to upgrade and expand public infrastructures in the province,” says Wright.

On the residential side, the P&PI survey indicated that housing investments will decline for the second year in a row, which is consistent with RBC’s outlook for the Ontario housing sector. RBC Economics expects housing starts in the province to moderate to 59,100 units in 2014 from 61,100 units the year prior.

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//cover story

Minto launches new designs East and West, with The Enclave at TrailsEdge and Arcadia

Phase 2!

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M

into is gearing up for the launch of two new communities, The Enclave at TrailsEdge in East Ottawa and Arcadia Phase 2 in Kanata.

Ottawa’s 2012 Home Builder of the Year has redesigned its entire single-family product line to meet the demands of today’s market. The process, which included working hand-inhand with external and internal architects, and extensive focus group testing, produced a medley of architectural styles, including Colonial, Victorian, Prairie, English and French, all with a 21st century flair.

New exterior colour palettes, a broader range of materials and distinct styles create attractive, interesting streetscapes.

Updated interior finishes not only offer stunning new options, including the latest in designer trends, but also provide extra value to these homes.

There are a wide range of product sizes available, from the Avenue Towns which start at 1,182 sq. ft. to the single-family homes on 43-ft. lots, which go up to 3,242 sq. ft. With the abundance of options, Minto has designed something for every demographic, meeting a variety of financial and personal needs, while creating multigenerational communities.

The new line-up includes flex options – giving customers choices in how their homes function, such as laundry room

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locations, flex kitchen options, finished basement options and master bedroom ensuites.

All the homes are LEED, and certified by an independent third party. Meaning they’re better for the environment, more energy-efficient, exceptional quality and more economical to maintain, putting more money in the homeowners pocket.

Homeowners enjoy family-room-ready basements with oversized windows, standard ceramic tile in wet areas, secluded master bedrooms at the rear, open concept living areas, entertainment-sized kitchen islands with flush breakfast bars, spa-like master ensuite bathrooms with large walk-in showers, and large windows allowing natural light throughout the homes. Townhomes start in the mid-$200’s and single-family homes in the $330’s.

And the communities have everything families could ask for.

The Enclave at TrailsEdge, launching April 26 just off Renaud Road, is surrounded by greenspace, tucked away with few entrances for traffic, providing peaceful tranquility.

Stunning single-family homes set on 30-, 36- or 43-ft. wide lots are nestled in this spectacular neighbourhood featuring parks, schools and even a creek running through Phases 1 and 2. Bike and walking trails beckon, yet all the city amenities are close to home. Excellent access to Hwy. 417 and into downtown along Renaud Road and Innes makes stepping

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off the trail and into an enclave easy.

Arcadia, launching Phase 2 on May 3, is another community which provides the peace of beautiful surroundings with all the Kanata city amenities. One added bonus for the hockey fan – it is within walking distance of the Canadian Tire Centre, home of the Senators.

Minto also looked at its sales centres and went back to the drawing board. In Kanata’s lovely Arcadia community, Minto is opening the first of its new sales centres designed with the new product line in mind.

The centre will be open with soaring ceilings and exceptional finishes, providing purchasers with visual and tactile experiences. A functional kitchen vignette not only showcases kitchen and finish options but is also a working kitchen used for events.

New technology incorporates touch screens and an oversized TV showing off the homes, amenities, floorplans, neighbourhood map and Green features of the homes in this master-planned community.

Visit minto.com or come to 360 Huntmar Dr., call 613.788.2700 or email arcadiasales@minto.com and see the spectacular new sales centre. Or visit mintoenclave.com, come to 3126-3142 Navan Rd. or call 613.782.2327.

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Three partners, three days,

one great cause » by john w. herbert

Members of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association came together with Algonquin College recently to build a home in three days for Habitat for Humanity. And as Steve Martin would say, it was one “wild

John W. Herbert

is executive director of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association.

He can be reached at 613.723.2926, ext. 224, or visit gohba.ca

and crazy” experience!”

Organizers knew they were pushing their luck with an early spring date, but no one expected the longest and coldest winter in decades to last into early April. Temperatures just above zero and 50 kph winds tested all in attendance.

The walls and floors were prefabricated and erected in short order, while another crew worked in the basement to complete the wall framing. A crew of nine assembled the roof in three main sections on the street in front of the home.

Driving rain began just as the crane began lifting the truss assemblies into place. For the next eight hours, we watched transfixed as the roofing framers struggled in their safety harnesses to position the trusses and manhandle large sheets of plywood into position before they were blown away.

Those who doubted the feasibility of a three-day build became believers while watching the roof framers perform in such adverse conditions. And when the final piece of sheathing was nailed down about 1 a.m., almost 30 men and women launched themselves into immediate action. Windows and doors were installed while mechanical experts began on the second floor and worked their way down to the basement. Enclosures for the Jacuzzi, bathtubs and shower stall were framed together with several walls housing vertical mechanical components. Ten electricians worked simultaneously, completing their task in a little more than two hours. As soon as the exterior walls were done, an insulation team of nine men moved in to complete their installation in record time.

City of Ottawa building inspectors were crucial to the success of the project. They worked through the weekend alongside the trades and suppliers to make sure that all necessary inspections occurred as soon as they were needed so the next phase of construction could proceed.

By morning, the rain had stopped, and the drywall delivery, which had been cancelled the night before due to heavy rain, returned at 5:30 a.m. Installation began and was followed closely by tapers to finish the joints and corners to create a uniform appearance. Project planners had been concerned about the time required to dry the compound used to achieve the smooth appearance, and the heavy rain and high humidity only made this problem worse. Fans, heaters and dehumidifiers were brought in to accelerate the drying process. Filling, sanding and drying continued through Saturday night and into Sunday.

Daylight on Saturday brought the roofers into action,

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with hydraulic lifting devices making materials available to them as required.

Once the shingling was completed, the siding installers went into action.

Ninety per cent of the siding and brick was installed on Saturday and the remainder on Sunday morning.

Late Saturday afternoon, all kitchen and bathroom cabinets were installed, followed immediately by ceramics in the bathrooms and foyer. Fast drying adhesives were used so the grout could be applied shortly thereafter. All interior trim and door installation began on Saturday and was completed on Sunday.

Algonquin students worked shifts over the weekend, checking workers in and out on the site and making rounds throughout the night to provide security. They were to finish Sunday at 5 p.m., but many stayed to help clean up and didn’t leave until 10 p.m.

Sunday night was another hive of activity, with finished plumbing and electrical work, including inspections, painting, hardwood floor installation, and a beautiful solid limestone fireplace surround designed and carved by craftsmen on Parliament Hill.

The completion target was 6 a.m.

Monday morning, and by then most of the vehicles had already left the site. A few drywall touchups and the final cleaning remained, but given the setbacks caused by 10 hours of rain on Friday, everyone agreed the primary objective had been met.

The Blitz Build was an amazing example of what can be achieved by a dedicated group of experts and volunteers willing to ignore the odds and work together cooperatively. Photography students at Algonquin captured it all on a four minute time-lapse video that can be seen on You-Tube at “Blitz Build Ottawa 2014.” They also chose some great music, so turn up the sound, sit back and watch a few hundred heroes at work.

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//living green

Air-purifying hardwood floor

the first of its kind in the world

A new product recently launched on the North American market makes living spaces healthier from the ground up – literally. The first of its kind in the world,

Pure Genius smart hardwood flooring by Canadian manufacturer Lauzon Distinctive Hardwood Flooring, improves indoor air quality of a home while beautifying the decor.

Activated by natural or artificial light and by the movement of air, the unique, high-quality intelligent flooring – which comes in a wide range of styles and finishes – continuously breaks down airborne toxins, creating a constant supply of pure air in the home.

In fact, studies show that the air in rooms installed with Pure Genius is up to 85 per cent cleaner than spaces without the flooring.

“Many people don’t realize the extent to which the air-tight environments in today’s homes contain pollutants and toxic contaminants, such as formaldehyde emitted from furniture, building materials and common household products,” says Nathalie Lambert, marketing manager of Lauzon, explaining that indoor air is often five to 10 times more polluted than outdoor air. “Poor air quality in the home causes build-up of bacteria, viruses and moulds, and may lead to allergies, fatigue and respiratory problems like asthma.”

Pure Genius is specially-formulated using a patented titanium dioxide technology that decomposes bacteria, viruses and moulds, and reduces potential carcinogens by constantly transforming toxic airborne particles into harmless water and carbon dioxide molecules, Lambert says.

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After 30 days, she says, rooms installed with Pure Genius flooring have been shown to have a formaldehyde level of only five parts per billion (ppb), compared to 16 to 32.5 ppb found in a typical home. What’s more, Pure Genius helps reduce household odours such as cigarette smoke, pet urine and lingering cooking smells.

Highly washable and resistant, the flooring enables hardwood cleaners to disperse better, so “not only is the atmosphere cleaner, but the actual floor itself is cleaner,” Lambert says, adding that the technology works for as long as the finish lasts. The Pure Genius Titanium finish has a guarantee of 30 to 35 years, depending on the collection.

“Pure Genius gives new meaning to feeling good in your home decor,” she says.

“The purifying effect is so strong, that for an average 1,377-square-foot Canadian home installed with Pure Genius, it’s like having three trees in your home.”

Pure Genius flooring is available at specialty flooring retailers across Canada. A built-in feature of Lauzon’s new Authentik oak flooring and Organik maple flooring series, it is also offered as an option on all Lauzon Ambiance Collection products and on selected products in the Designer Collection.

//tarion report

Maintain your new home to

maintain your warranty » by howard bogach

Warm weather and an inevitable build-up of rain and melting snow make spring a particularly important time to perform a series of home maintenance checks.

Howard Bogach

is President and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp. His column appears monthly in New Home Guide.

For more information about how Tarion helps new-home buyers, visit tarion.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ TarionWarrantyCorp.

Maintenance is an essential part of being a homeowner, ensuring the internal environment of your house stays healthy. It’s also a necessary part of maintaining your new home warranty if you live in a house or condominium that is less than seven years old.

All new homes in Ontario come with a warranty that lasts seven years from the date of the first possession.

This warranty is guaranteed by Tarion Warranty Corp. It protects you from things such as water penetration through the basement or foundation walls, defects in the electrical, plumbing and heating systems and major structural damage. Conducting

regular maintenance on your new home will help ensure that your statutory warranty is protected.

One of the most critical aspects of maintenance is proper moisture control. Special care is required to maintain modern, energy-efficient homes that are tightly constructed to keep cold air out in winter and cool air in during summer.

If water from leaking pipes or fixtures is not immediately cleaned up, and indoor humidity levels are not properly controlled, there can be consequences. Sometimes, the damage is easily seen, such as when hardwood floors expand and warp, or condensation in windows causes fogging; other times, it is hidden inside the walls or roof.

Regardless of where it occurs, moisture damage can lead to rot and even structural failure in extreme cases. Aside from the obvious headaches this will cause, you need to know that damage resulting from a failure to properly control moisture may not be covered by the builder’s warranty.

Always use your home ventilation system to control moisture. Regular use will exhaust excess airborne moisture caused by bathing, showering, doing laundry and cooking. In a typical home, more than 20 litres of water are added to the indoor environment every day. That’s 7,300 litres in a year, enough to fill a medium-sized swimming pool. Bathroom fans, kitchen range hoods and heat-recovery ventilators are specifically installed in your home to help you control moisture and contaminants.

In addition to moisture control, here are a few tips to help maintain your home this spring: Outside the home ›› Keep flowerbeds and landscaping at least six inches or 150 mm away from the top of the foundation. Placing soil near or above the top of the foundation allows moisture to come into direct contact with the structure of the building. ›› Clear eavestroughs of debris regularly and extend downspouts so that water is directed away from the building. Water flow can erode the ground near the foundation and create depressions where water collects.

Standing water near the foundation can force its way into the basement. ›› Fix the caulking around windows and doors and on the roof if it becomes cracked or separated. ›› Have your roof inspected regularly to ensure shingles, flashing and chimney caps are in place and sealed properly.

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Maintenance is an essential part of being a homeowner, ensuring the internal environment of your house stays healthy. It’s also a necessary part of maintaining your new home warranty if you live in a house or condominium that is less than seven years old.

Inside the home ›› Purchase a “hygrometer” to monitor the relative humidity in your home. ›› In the winter, keep relative humidity in the range of 30 to 45 per cent.

When using a humidifier, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. ›› In the summer, dehumidify the basement to avoid condensation buildup on the cool foundation walls.

Relative humidity levels should not exceed 60 per cent. ›› Repair leaky pipes and fixtures immediately. Clean and completely dry any areas that are dampened or wet within 48 hours. ›› Store organic materials such as newspapers and clothes away from cool, damp areas. Keep storage areas tidy so that air circulates freely. ›› If you are adding a hot tub to your home, or have a large collection of plants, consider the amount of moisture they will add to your indoor air and ventilate accordingly. ›› Never vent your clothes dryer inside your home. If you have a gasor propane-fired dryer, you may also be venting carbon monoxide inside your home. ›› Investigate and identify any musty smells and odours. They are often an indicator that there is a hidden moisture problem.

Talk to your builder about what else you should be doing each season both inside and outside to ensure proper upkeep. Many will be able to provide you with details about maintenance, including information about specific products provided by manufacturers.

Knowing how to properly operate all the systems in your new home –

including heating, electrical, plumbing and air conditioning – will help safeguard your warranty. Most importantly, it will help you more fully enjoy your home For a general Home Maintenance Checklist, visit tarion.com. If you have any questions about how improper maintenance could affect your warranty, please do not hesitate to contact us at 1-877-9TARION. APR 19 - May 3, 2014 | New home & Condo guide eastern Ontario 33

//Quick TipS

Hellen Buttigieg

Hellen Buttigieg is a Certified Professional Organizer, life coach, TV host and owner of We Organize U. Visit her website, weorganizeu.com, for a free e-Book on how to find more time, energy and inner peace. info@weorganizeu.com

Don’t let your stuff control you » by Hellen Buttigieg The closets are full. The junk drawer is overflowing. The piles have piles, and the storage space is full too. You need it all, you just don’t have enough space to put it. Or do you need it all? Take a closer look and separate ‘need’ from ‘obligation’, ‘sentimentality’ and ‘just in case’. You may find you have the space to store what you need. You’ll just need to dig deep to find the strength to free yourself of the rest. After all, do you own all that stuff – or does it own you?

Let go of ‘obligation clutter’ This refers to the stuff we hold on to because we feel a sense of duty. It can be gifts, heirlooms we’ve inherited, or things we’re saving for our kids. If you are holding on to any of these, you have permission to let them go, and here’s why: ›› You have no duty to keep gifts forever. The last thing the gift-giver would want is for their gift to become a burden. ›› It can be emotionally taxing to part with inherited items, but there are more meaningful ways to honour a person’s memory than keeping all their things.

Releasing a loved one’s belongings doesn’t betray the memory of the person. It’s a bit easier with time, so take the time you need. ›› If you’re keeping things for your children, consider asking them if they are even remotely interested in having them. Remember, they will have their own tastes.

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If you are paying a hefty monthly bill to store your belongings off-site in a rented storage container, it’s time to reconsider its value Don’t let excuses keep you stuck When editing your closet, you’ll make all kinds of excuses to keep things. Here’s are the most popular excuses I’ve heard, and my response to them:

1. It will come back in style. Yes, it will.

Off-load off-site storage If you are paying a hefty monthly bill to store your belongings off-site in a rented storage container, it’s time to reconsider its value. Out of sight is usually out of mind. If you are not using the items, it may be beneficial to sell them or give them away. The money spent storing the stuff over a long period of time often exceeds the value of those items.

Liberate your linen closet Let go of the sheets and towels that are torn, stained, or stored just in case. You really only need one extra set of sheets for each bed. Fold pillowcases and fitted sheets into their matching flat sheets so that the set stays together neatly together.

But the fabric and cut will be different and everyone will know you’ve been holding on to it since 1978!

2. It will fit once I lose weight. You may lose weight in different places and it may still not fit. It may go out of style by the time you lose the weight.

Reward yourself for your weight loss by buying new clothes.

3. I paid a lot of money for it. And it makes you feel guilty every time you look into your closet and see it hanging there, so let go of the shame.

4. I wore it on my first date. Don’t let sentimental items take up closet space. That’s like allowing the past to crowd out the present. Take a picture and let it go.

5. Someone bought it for me. They’ll never know that you got rid of it, and even if they find out, they’ll understand.

6. It needs repairs. Put a deadline on it and let it go if you miss it.

7. I need it just in case. This is probably the top excuse I hear, and it is based on fear. Be brave – unless you can find a specific reason to hold on to something, find the courage to let it go.

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homebuyers’help

Calculate your mortgage payments interest rate

amortization period

chart figure

example: 5%

25 years

5.82

mortgage amount ÷ 1,000 (mortgage amount $125,000)

125

Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home

01

05

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

02

06

Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home.

Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

03

07

Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

04

Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice.

(Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home.

Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less.

Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

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monthly payment

$

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Amortization Periods

Interest Rates

10 years

15 years

20 years

25 years

3.00%

9.65

6.90

5.54

4.73

3.25%

9.76

7.02

5.66

4.86

3.50%

9.88

7.14

5.79

4.99

3.75%

9.99

7.26

5.91

5.13

4.00%

10.11

7.38

6.04

5.26

4.25%

10.23

7.50

6.17

5.40

4.50%

10.34

7.63

6.30

5.53

4.75%

10.46

7.75

6.44

5.67

5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

7.75%

11.94

9.34

8.14

7.47

8.00%

12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

8.25%

12.19

9.62

8.44

7.79

8.50%

12.32

9.76

8.59

7.95

8.75%

12.45

9.90

8.74

8.12

9.00%

12.58

10.05

8.86

8.28

9.25%

12.71

10.19

9.05

8.45

9.50%

12.84

10.33

9.20

8.62

9.75%

12.97

10.48

9.36

8.78

10.00%

13.10

10.63

9.52

8.95

10.25%

13.24

10.77

9.68

9.12

10.50%

13.37

10.92

9.84

9.29

10.75%

13.50

11.06

10.00

9.46

11.00%

13.64

11.22

10.16

9.63

11.25%

13.77

11.36

10.32

9.80

11.50%

13.91

11.52

10.49

9.97

11.75%

14.04

11.66

10.65

10.15

12.00%

14.18

11.82

10.81

10.32

12.25%

14.32

11.97

10.98

10.49

12.50%

14.46

12.13

11.15

10.67

12.75%

14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

This table shows the monthly payment of principal and interest for each $1,000 of mortgage. Example: The monthly principal and interest payment for a $125,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization period at 5% is as follows: ($125,000 รท 1,000) X 5.82 = $727.50 APR 19 - May 3, 2014 | New home & Condo guide eastern Ontario 37

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Central Park • the next Live where downtown spirit meets community character, your prime location is your pathway to the best of Ottawa, and bountiful greenspace blends naturally. The Next brings it all together – smart condo living at the heart of Central Park. Starting at mid $200’s. Register now for VIP pricing at benext.ca Westboro • QWesT A stroll under the arches and along Sisters’ Walk will be enough to convince you of how greenspaces and good design make life beautiful at Q West. The Q West team’s inspired vision both preserves and enhances this landmark property. Just released, second floor terrace suites! Visit our model suite located at the corner of Richmond Rd. and Leighton Terrace in Westboro or call 613.221.5926. liveqwest.com

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THE STATION • BARRHAVEN Complete with elevator and underground parking, and 12 unique designs to choose from, you can live in the “Jewel of Barrhaven.”

Campanale Homes presents the centrepiece of its Longfield’s Station project, a four-story luxury condominium with one- and two-bedroom units. Visit the presentation centre, located in the model homes at 420 Via Verona Ave. Phone 613.440.3570 or visit the website for floorplans and more information at campanale.com

BARRHAVEN • LONGFIELDS STATION • TOWNHOMES • AND MORE

You know you’ve arrived when you’re living in your new home built by Campanale Homes, an award-winning builder with more than 30 years of experience. Condo flats and terrace homes starting from $259,900.

Loaded executive townhomes priced from $330,000. Visit the new model homes and sales centre located at 420 Via Verona Ave. in Barrhaven. Call 613.440.3750 or visit campanale.com

OTTAWA SOUTH • PRINCE OF WALES ON THE RIDEAU Located just minutes to downtown via the scenic Colonel By Drive, and an easy bike ride to the scenic Hog’s Back Falls and Vincent Massey Park.

This award-winning community features magnificent executive singlefamily homes, surrounded by more than 50 acres of greenspace and park bordering the Rideau River. Only a few lots remain. Call 613.440.3750 for more information or visit campanale.com ARNPRIOR • CALLAHAN ESTATES Just west of the scenic Madawaska River in old world Arnprior, this stunning location offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the timeless charms of smaller town living while being a scant 20 minutes from major urban amenities in neighboring Kanata and Ottawa. Starting as low as $221,900.

Visit the sales centre located at 2 Tom Gavinski, Arnprior, open Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays noon to 5 p.m. Call 613.622.0033 or visit campanale.com

CARDEL HOMES

Barrhaven • LONGFIELDS • Singles • Townhomes Longfields in Barrhaven – Cardel’s Courtyard Towns now available.

Longfields in Barrhaven – Cardel’s affordable patio towns now launched.

Longfields in Barrhaven – Cardel’s Rear lane singles just released. Visit the sales centre at 100 Longfields Dr. or contact nick.karrandjas@cardelhomes.com, 613.290.4703 or cardelhomes.com kanata • kol at blackstone • condos Great for those starting out or move out, move down clients. Heated underground parking, elevators to all floors, nine-ft. ceilings, appliances all included. Affordable family oriented development of Blackstone has a product for every lifestyle. Visit the sales centre at 104 Westphalian Ave., Kanata (South of Hazeldean on Terry Fox) or contact harley.wallin@cardelhomes.com, 613.836.9521 or cardelhomes.com Carleton Place • Stonewater Bay New model opening soon. Cardel’s Denali model situated on the banks of the Mississippi River is expected to open in April 2014. Come visit the award-winning community of Stonewater Bay, Carleton Place. Now 95 per cent sold. Don’t miss your opportunity to live in this great community.

Contact bill.waters@cardelhomes.com or at 613.444.0440 or visit cardelhomes.com Carleton Place • Miller’s Crossing Register for future information. Cardel is developing a new site in Carleton Place called Miller’s Crossing. Visit cardelhomes.com to register for upcoming information or contact bill.waters@cardelhomes.com or at 613.444.0440 or visit cardelhomes.com

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Notting Hill South • Orleans • condos Panmount II Condos – New Models Just opened. Immediate occupancy; $5,000 down, underground parking, six appliances, storage, elevator to all floors. Low maintenance and much more. Visit the sales centre at 141 Potts Private Orleans, off Trim Road, south of Innes. Contact nick.karrandjas@cardelhomes.com, 613.424.6780, cardelhomes.com

Richardson Ridge Kanata Limited number of new lots just released. Visit this spectacular community and see first hand why you will fall in love with the Ridge! Cardel’s Magnificent models will want to make you take off your shoes and move right in. A limited amount of new lots have just been released. Visit the sales centre at 290 Huntsville Dr., Kanata North on Terry Fox or contact dale.laurie@cardelhomes.com, 613.435.5706 or visit cardelhomes.com

Ridgewood Estates • Stittsville Two- and three-acre estate lots now available. Buy the lot and build your own home or have Cardel design and build the home of your dreams.

Located west of Stittsville on Fernbank Rd. Lots now available for sales. Contact bill.waters@cardelhomes.com or at 613.444.0440 or visit cardelhomes.com

Towns of Blackstone • Kanata Just released, newest townhome product. These newly designed towns are meant for those who want space, luxury and distinction. Models are now under construction. Some great early signing bonuses. Visit the sales centre at 104 Westphalian Ave., Kanata (South of Hazeldean on Terry Fox) or contact harley.wallin@cardelhomes.com 613.836.9521, cardelhomes.com

DOMICILE

BEECHWOOD VILLAGE • The Kavanaugh The Kavanaugh offers village life in the city: quaint but with cachet – and just minutes from Parliament Hill. Famed bistros and bakeries line a streetscape surrounded by greenspaces, bike paths and landmarks.

613.897.7873. thekavanaugh.ca

LITTLE ITALY • NUOVO • United by Originality Nuovo is Ottawa’s latest urban condo development brought to you

by Domicile. This Barry Hobin design, situated in the heart of Little Italy, will offer unrivalled options for customization and personalization, allowing you to create a home that is truly yours. 613.728.7873. nuovocondo.ca ORLEANS • BERGERON TERRACE Introducing Bergeron Terrace, set in Chapel Hill. Beautifully designed, quality built and affordably priced one-, two and three-bedroom terrace homes and urban flats. Conveniently located at the corner of Meadowglen and Orleans Blvd., Bergeron Terrace offers you all the best that Domicile has to offer. 613.223.5803. bergeronterrace.ca Ottawa • HŌm Introducing HŌM, nestled beside Ottawa’s Little Italy and Dow’s Lake.

Everything’s within reach – including the price.

613.728.7873. domicile.ca wellington west • ONE3ONE one3one is at the centre of the urban, tasteful and cultural Wellington West. All units with access to a rooftop terrace, rear courtyard, guest suite, fitness room, yoga room and a party room/entertainment room.

Pre-register online or call 613.728.7873. domicile .ca

LEMAY HOMES

Ottawa South • FINDLAY BY THE PARK New community offering singles, bungalows and townhomes. Just a few steps to greenspace, park, recreational arena and soccer fields. Quick access to shops, restaurants and services. Starting from $316,900. Limited time bonus offer. 613.425.5255. lemayhomes.ca

LONGWOOD

KANATA • DEEVY’S HOMESTEAD Model home now open! Adult lifestyle attached bungalow townhomes on Equestrian Drive in Kanata. Sales office on site. deevyshomestead.com or email salesdeevys@longwoodbuilders.com Call 613.435.2155 for more information.

HUNT CLUB • NEIGHBOURHOODS OF HUNT CLUB New adult lifestyle attached bungalow community in Hunt Club. New decorated model home and sales office on site at 204 Pondview Cres. neighbourhoodsofhuntclub.com d.greene@longwoodbuilders.com or call 613.738.1349 for information.

BUILDERS: If you would like to include your new model home or site opening, email Nashrun.Kamaludin@wall2wallmedia.com. Please say you saw it in New Home & Condo Guide!

Ottawa / Eastern Ontario / Gatineau Regions

CENTRAL OTTAWA • SONIA BY THE RIDEAU New 70 unit condominium building in Central Ottawa. Sales office with decorated model suite with unique European Extenzo ceiling. soniacondos.com E-mail salessonia@longwoodbuilders.com or call 613.421.9736.

OTTAWA SOUTH • MONTAGE Fully built 36-unit condominium building in Ottawa South. Two model suites open. Move in now! Only six suites remain. Located at corner of Clementine and Ohio off bank south of Billings Bridge. montagecondos.ca Call 613.897.0044 or d.greene@longwoodbuilders.com ORLEANS • DORIMA TERRACE HOMES Models now open! Perfect for the first-time buyer or investor. Terrace homes off Innes at 10th line. For more information dorima.ca or 613.424.2901 or d.mcfee@longwoodbuilders.com ORLEANS • MONDAVI COURT • TOWNS AND SEMIS Now open – off Trim Road just north of Innes. 24 Townhomes and semidetached towns. Selling from Dorima Sales Office – Innes at Dorima.

Register mondavicourt.ca

ROCKLAND • MORRIS VILLAGE Best value single-family homes and bungalows. Perfect for growing families. Decorated model home and sales office. For more information longwoodbuilders.com/morrisvillage or 613.446.1506 or salesmorris@longwoodbuilders.com RICHMOND • RICHMOND GATE New! Just opened! Bungalow semis in the town of Richmond.

Sales office on site. longwoodbuilders.com/RichmondGate or salesrichmond@longwoodbuilders.com 613.444.0494

NEW EDINBURGH • MINTOBEECHWOOD New Edinburgh is one of Ottawa’s finest neighbourhoods. Where tradition meets modern, old meets new, home to eclectic shops and restaurants. Spectacular new condominiums coming this September available from the mid $200,000s. Register now for priority preview: mintobeechwood.com

MONARCH CORP

Kanata • Blackstone Executive 46-ft. singles from $441,990. Two-storey townhomes from the high $200,000s. 32-ft. singles with double car garages from the high $300,000s. 110 Westphalian Ave., Kanata, 613.831.2619. Register at monarchgroup.net Barrhaven • Longfields Courtyard townhomes with double car garages from the low $300,000s.

Semi-detached homes with double car garages from the high $300,000s.

280 Longfields Dr., Nepean, 613.569.5313.

Nepean • Stonebridge Ottawa’s award-winning golf course community. Luxurious singles from the mid $400,000s. Executive townhomes from high $200,000s.

Stacked townhomes from the low $200,000s. 610 Kilbirnie Dr., Nepean.

613.692.9280. monarchgroup.net

Phoenix Homes

ALMONTE • WHITE TAIL RIDGE Small town feel with all the amenities of a big city and the largest lots available anywhere. Contact Liane McKinley 613.369.5842.

SPRINGCRESS

WESTBORO • RAVENHILL COMMON 19 freehold towns, now under construction for summer 2014 occupancy.

Located two blocks from the heart of Westboro, stunning open concept two- and three-bedroom homes from 1,361 to 1,948 sq. ft. feature as direct access from underground parking garage, two-storey galleries and open lofts, private rear terrace and roof top decks. Ravenhill Common, Contemporary Brownstones, Churchill Ave. North, one block south of Byron at Ravenhill. Sales centre now open at 329 Richmond Rd. at the corner of Churchill Ave. ravenhillcommon.com. Call 613.825.0080 or email salesinfo@ravenhillcommon.com

MASTERCRAFT STARWOOD

WEST CENTRAL • SOHO CHAMPAGNE Mastercraft Starwood’s SoHo Luxury Condominiums is pleased to announce its third Ottawa location: SoHo Champagne – just one block west of Preston St. in Little Italy. Register today to get an invite to our spring sales launch. sohochampagne.com Ottawa • SOHO LISGAR New release of suites on the 12th to 15th floors. the ultimate hotel-inspired lifestyle in a designer condominium, in the heart of downtown. Call 613.798.7646. soholisgar.com

Tamarack Homes

Metric Homes

Carp • Westlake South Estates Westlake Estates offers 22 estate lots on two to four acres on a private cul-de-sac and most lots are tree-covered.

Mustang Rd • NAVAN Metric Homes’ last country estate lot in the East: beautiful fully treed and private 1/2 acre lot available to build your unique custom designed single family home. Meet the Metric team and let them design your new home at no charge to you. stittsville • deer run Metric introduces the Maplewood 1 model to its Deer Run community lineup. At 3,200 sq. ft. plus open space, this home features a open loft at the second floor, circular staircase and walk in closet in most bedrooms.

Visit the sales office on Rockson Crescent Saturdays and Sundays between noon and 5 p.m. or call 613.296.7000. Deer Run model home now open. metrichomes.com WESTBORO 529 Broadhead Ave. two custom designed semi-detached homes on a 168-ft. deep infill lot. Innovative street friendly and appealing design. Two proposed concepts. The first purchaser will decide which concept will be built and will customize its new home. Priced in the $700,000s.

Minto

THE GLEBE • MINTO@LANSDOWNE Make your home in one of Ottawa’s premier neighbourhoods – the Glebe. Enjoy the best of modern living in harmony with historic surroundings, with all life’s essentials right at your doorstep. Move in as early as 2014. 613.788.2784. lansdowne.minto.com

Minto/Canderel

Westboro • UpperWest A 25-storey landmark address in the heart of Westboro – just steps from upscale dining and shopping. Choose from stunning open concept suite designs, with sun drenched rooms and spectacular interior finishes. Enjoy state-of-the-art fitness centre, entertainment lounge plus an expansive outdoor terrace. 613.788.2786. liveupperwest.com

Leitrum • Findlay Creek Grand opening! Five new decorated townhome models in Findlay Creek Village. Call 613.247.0081 or visit tamarackhomes.com Orleans • Chaparal Grand opening, new gallery townhomes from $279,900 Call 613.837.1511 or visit tamarackhomes.com

Uniform Urban Developments

barrhaven • The Orchard Grand opening for The Orchard in Barrhaven South, near Stonebridge.

Single-family homes starting from $519,000. 3699 Jockvale Rd. uniformdevelopments.com Manotick • Maple Creek Estates Stunning estate lot community with a close connection to the city – the best of both worlds. Two model homes open for viewing.

Call 613.491.2277.

Kanata • Richardson Ridge Single-family homes starting from $497,000. Sales centre located at the corner of Terry Fox Drive and Richardson Side Road. Call 613.853.4302.

Kanata • Richardson Ridge Three stunning model homes now open. 100 Grand Manan Circle (corner of Hunstville Drive and Grand Manan Circle.) 613.435.7751.

Hours: Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday to Sunday noon to 5 p.m., holidays noon to 5 p.m. barrhaven • The Orchard Stunning new townhome product now available for sale along with a new lot release. 3699 Jockvale Rd. 613.608.8079. Hours Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday to Sunday noon to 5 p.m., holidays noon to 5 p.m.

valecraft Homes

Mer Bleue/Orléans • bradley estates New release of single-family homes and executive townhomes. New to Bradley Estates: nine redesigned models with full-brick fronts and stone skirts. valecraft.com

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Prices

De t

Location

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WEST Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan

x

x

Inquire

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Arnprior

Campanale

Riverwood Estates

x

x

Inquire

27

Carleton Place

Cardel

Stonewater Bay

Inquire

19

Carp

Metric

Westlake South Estate

x

Inquire

18

Kanata

Cardel

Richardson Ridge

Inquire

19

Kanata

Mattamy

Fairwinds

x

x

From $224,990

6, 7

Kanata

Mattamy

Monahan Landing

x

From $224,990

6, 7

Kanata

Minto

Arcadia

x

x

From mid $200's

Kanata

Monarch

Blackstone

x

Inquire

Kanata

Phoenix

Fernbank Crossing

x

From $383,400

Kanata

Uniform Developments

Richardson Ridge

Kanata

Uniform Developments

The Orchard

Kanata

Valecraft

Trailwest

Kanata

cardel

Blackstone

Nepean

Minto

Chapman Mills

x

From $299,900

Stittsville

Metric

Arbourbrook Estates

x

Inquire

18

Stittsville

Tamarack

Jackson Trails

x

Inquire

BC

Stittsville

cardel

Deer Run

x

Inquire

19

Westboro

Springcress

Ravenhill Common

From $599,400

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x

x

13 4, 5 21

Inquire

8, 9

x

$497,000

8, 9

x

$296,400

22

Inquire

19

x

14, 15

SOUTH Barhaven

Claridge Homes

West Pointe Village

x

x

x

From $281,900

Barrhaven

Cardel

Longfields

x

Inquire

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay

Barrhaven

Monarch

Longfields

x

Barrhaven

Phoenix

Sawgrass

Barrhaven

Tamarack

The Meadows

Barrhaven

Valecraft

Woodroffe Lofts

Leitrim

Lemay Homes

Findlay by the Park

x

Leitrim

Tamarack

Findlay Creek

x

Manotick

Minto

Nepean

6, 7

x

From $329,990

4, 5

x

From $285,900

20

x

Inquire

BC

x

From $258,900

22

x

From $316,900

29

x

Inquire

BC

Mahogany

x

Inquire

3

Monarch

Stonebridge

x

x

Inquire

4, 5

Nepean

Monarch

The Links

x

Low $200's

4, 5

Richmond

Metric

King's Grant

x

Inquire

18

South Ottawa

Campanale

Longfields

x

Inquire

27

South Ottawa

Campanale

Prince of Wales on the Rideau

x

Inquire

27

x

x

x

x

x

19

$219,990

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10,11

x

x

x

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Site Name

Prices

De t

Location

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Central Central

Ashcroft

The Next

x

Inquire

IBC

Central

Patten Homes

Booth Street

x

From $599,900

31

Central

Valecraft

Aviation Private

x

From $299,900

22

EAST Cumberland

Metric

Camelot Estates

x

Inquire

18

Embrun

Valecraft

Place St Thomas

x

Inquire

22

Navan

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

x

x

From $276,900

Orleans

Metric

Notting Hill

x

x

Inquire

18

Orleans

Minto

Avalon

x

Inquire

12

Orleans

Tamarack

Chaperal

x

x

Inquire

BC

Orleans

Valecraft

Bradley Estates

x

Inquire

22

x

x

x

x

x

10, 11

CONDO Barrhaven

Campanale

Longfields Station

x

Inquire

C4

Barrhaven

Valecraft

Woodroffe Lofts

x

From $258,900

C5

Central

Claridge Homes

Icon

x

Inquire

C11

Central

Domicile

Nuovo

x

Inquire

C13

Central

Soho Parkway

Soho Champagne

x

Inquire

C17

Central

Soho Parkway

Soho Lisgar

x

Inquire

C9

Central

Valecraft

Avaition

x

From $299,900

C5

Downtown

Broccolini Construction

The Slater

x

From $198,900

C20

Kanata

cardel

Kol at Blackstone

x

Inquire

C2

Orleans

Cardel

Notting Hill

x

From $249,900

C2

Orleans

Domicile

Bergeron

x

Inquire

C12

Ottawa Central

Richcraft

The Galleria

x

Inquire

C15

South Ottawa

Theberge Homes

Hunt Club

x

Inquire

C19

West Ottawa

Westboro Point Development

The Azure

x

From $280,000

C3

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almonte

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North Gower

richmond

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manotick

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Vernon

russell

embrun

Iroquois

Morrisburg

31

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rockland

Morewood

Cardinal

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greely

Kemptville

Nepean

smith Falls Merrickville

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Vanier

Cumberland

orleans

CeNtraL gloucester

ottawa

hull

aylmer

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Kanata

Carp

South Elmsley

Carleton Place

Bathurst

McNab

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