Downtowner_1980
New Member
Yes, from the specs I have its going to be approx 35 inches high for the higher suites. My guess is it may be a little be shorter for the lower suites because of the space from the optional pull out table.
Yes, from the specs I have its going to be approx 35 inches high for the higher suites. My guess is it may be a little be shorter for the lower suites because of the space from the optional pull out table.
X Condo
Active Member
I'm confused here, if your moving in now, aren't you expected to pay the occupany fee?
Also, what is everyone's expecation for closing cost (assuming everything has been capped?)
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pete242
New Member
How does one cap the closing costs?
as for the occupancy, I would have expected them to ask for post dated cheques instead of 2 months up front. Yes I had my lawyer go through it and they did see that this is the case but found it very unorthodox especially from the rep of a builder like Great Gulf who have a great rep out there. They left me with an extremely sour taste today...
jmacmillan
Active Member
Has anyone hired someone to act on their behalf for a PDI (i.e., a home inspector)? I'm guessing no. It seems there's a lot of upfront costs.
pete242
New Member
lets put it this way, even if you bring your own inspector, your closing costs will pay the building inspector's anyway. So in a sense you are paying double for that.
rbt
Senior Member
A building inspect ensures things meet code. This is primarily around plumbing for the internals of the unit. They really don't care if cabinets are installed crooked, floors are scratched, or the security alarm voltage is low and browns out (3 issues I've had). I had exterior windows which passed code but were chipped (I requested replacement during my PDI). Several months later the first winter storm rolled in and all of the chipped windows shattered (builder hadn't replaced them yet).
A condo inspector ensures things which do not impact code were installed properly and professionally.
incarnate
New Member
Just went about my PDI this morning. 'Twas quick and thorough. Sticker Markers everywhere, but for very little things (eg. paint touch-ups, scoffs on the ground, etching in the bathroom).
Points:
- For anyone with a Foster unit, expect your bedroom to be small. I'm thinking of alternating my Bedroom with my Den and installing a sliding door.
- The power ports and cable/phone jacks are ample-in-quantity.
- Washer/Dryer is nice. Kitchen is great.
- Options for light fixtures are a great touch, but I get the feel that I'll be buying a few lamps.
- Really wish I had gotten the Shower Walk-In Stall rather than the bathtub. Have no idea what I was thinking there.
- The view is nice. TONS of natural light. I face East (Rogers Campus, Danforth, Rosedale, Cabbagetown, King East and the Lake).
-- On a sunny day (like today), the lake reflects a strong light which, pretty much, removes any use for using lights during the day. HA.
- Balcony is great. Probably would have opted for less balcony and more interior room.
I took some photos and will post them soon.
Has anyone used the gym in the building at all?
Points:
- For anyone with a Foster unit, expect your bedroom to be small. I'm thinking of alternating my Bedroom with my Den and installing a sliding door.
- The power ports and cable/phone jacks are ample-in-quantity.
- Washer/Dryer is nice. Kitchen is great.
- Options for light fixtures are a great touch, but I get the feel that I'll be buying a few lamps.
- Really wish I had gotten the Shower Walk-In Stall rather than the bathtub. Have no idea what I was thinking there.
- The view is nice. TONS of natural light. I face East (Rogers Campus, Danforth, Rosedale, Cabbagetown, King East and the Lake).
-- On a sunny day (like today), the lake reflects a strong light which, pretty much, removes any use for using lights during the day. HA.
- Balcony is great. Probably would have opted for less balcony and more interior room.
I took some photos and will post them soon.
Has anyone used the gym in the building at all?
incarnate
New Member
tissot
Active Member
Unit looks great!
JayBee
Senior Member
Great unit, looks nice with all the upgrades. Are the floors an upgrade? They look great.
incarnate
New Member
Cheers!
incarnate
New Member
Thanks! Yes, the floor is an upgrade.
Pascal
New Member
Thanks for all the picture posts! Does anyone have more photos of the hallways?
pete242
New Member
My hallway just had the carpets put down today, once they vacum it I will see if I can snap a photo.
sodapop
Active Member
thanks for the photos, the interiors on this building seem very nice