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Application to install a Solar Geyser

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Application for Solar Geyser Installation

A printable copy of your application will be emailed to you after this form is submitted.

APPLICANT DETAILS:


Solar Geyser Conditions

The following will apply to all applications to install a solar geyser:
1. Geyser Applications are evaluated based on the compatibility of the geyser with the unit’s roof structure and also the geyser’s aesthetic impact. A picture of the geyser/solar panels should accompany this application.

2. The geyser must be located within the ceiling, with only the solar panels installed externally on the roof.

3. All plumbing and electrical access to the unit’s interior is the owner’s responsibility. Any damage caused by a leak in the roof due to the installation of the geyser/solar panels will be for the account of the owner.

4. The geyser should be installed by a contractor who complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act No 85 of 1993) and regulations, and who is registered and in good standing with the Compensations Commissioner.

5. The contractor shall report to the Village Manager before commencing any installation work.

6. All maintenance work, including related plumbing, will be the responsibility and cost of the owner.

7. A solar geyser is a permanent fixture and cannot be removed on evacuation/sale of the Section.

8. The geyser is automatically insured under the Body Corporate policy. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the default value is sufficient to cover the specific installation being applied for.

General Terms & Conditions applicable to this application

1. Application for any change to the Section is to be made in writing.
2. The Trustees reserve the right to decline any application.
3. No work may commence before an application has been approved in writing.
4. The application must include a site plan of the unit clearly showing the proposed positioning of the installation/change in relation to the unit, road and neighbouring units.
5. A written quotation for the work must accompany the application.
6. The installer must be a reputable company with staff qualified to do the work.
7. Specifications for the installation/change must be included in the submission and must conform to the laid down requirements in the Village. If possible and relevant, a colour brochure from the supplier and/or photographs must be included with the specification.
8. The applicant understands that if the completed installation/change does not conform to the specifications approved in this application, the Trustees can issue an instruction to make it compliant, or for the removal of the structure and reinstatement of the unit to its original state at the owners cost.
9. Even if the installation/change will be installed on common property, the applicant undertakes to continue to maintain the installation/change at their own cost and the Trustees reserve the right to take any action that may be necessary if this is not done.
10. Any damage to the existing structure or common property caused by the installation, or attributable at a later stage to the existence of the installation, must be immediately repaired by the owner, at their cost.
11. Insurance of the installation is the responsibility of the owner and the premiums arising therefrom will be for the owner’s account. (See Condition 8 above)
12. The conditions and obligations of this application must be accepted in writing by any future purchaser of the Section before the Clearance Certificate is issued by the Trustees.


File Attachments:

Please note that incorrect or incomplete attachments will result in delay or rejection of this application.

Max 2.5MB

The supplier quote must give specifications and enough detail to show conformance to Settlers requirements

Max 2.5MB

The plan must show the Unit, adjacent units, roadway and position of the skylight/solar tube, plus approximate measurements.

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A printable copy of your application will be emailed to you after this form is submitted.

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