Annexure “A”

HERBOTH’S BLICK NATURE ESTATE

Architectural Guidelines

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 CONCEPT STATEMENT

The main objective of the development is to provide a high quality lifestyle for

residents to live within a secure wildlife estate with a high standard of

architecture. The purpose of the Building Controls is intended to be informative

rather than restrictive. The guidelines will permit innovative design expression

and encourage optimal use of orientation and site topography, whilst retaining the

benefits of overall harmony for the entire development through restrictions on

basic materials, fenestration and finishes, following broad guidelines within a

stylistic approach

1.2 BY-LAWS AND REGULATIONS

These Architectural Guidelines establish the architectural character of the

scheme and are an addition to the by-laws of the Municipal Council as

appropriate at the time of submission, and National Building Regulations.

1.3 AMENDMENTS TO ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES

Herboth's Blick Nature Estate Home Owners’ Association reserves the right to

make minor adjustments and amendments to the design controls incorporated in

the Guidelines when deemed necessary, and only after having properly

investigated and substantiated the requested amendments. Any such

amendments granted by Herboth's Blick Nature Estate Home Owners’

Association shall be made prior to and remain subject to the approval of the

design by the Municipal Council as appropriate at the time of submission.

1.4 ARCHITECTS

Only professional Architects registered with the Namibian Council for Architects

and Quantity Surveyors, with a minimum of 5 years’ working experience, who will

hereafter be referred to as the “Design Architect” may be appointed for the

design of the dwellings.

1.5 DEVELOPMENT TIME FRAME

Construction of each house / buildings shall be completed within the time frame

stipulated in the Building Policy.

1.6 GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.6.1 No person shall develop any vacant property at Herboth's Blick Nature

Estate, nor extend or alter any development thereon in any manner or

style inconsistent with the prevailing architectural guidelines as more fully

described below. Additional controls are also detailed herein.

1.6.2 HBHOA appointed Jan Spruyt Architects who will hereafter be referred to

as the “Controlling Architects” who have been tasked to ensure

compliance with the design principles through a mandatory design

approval process.

1.6.3 HBHOA will control all aspects relating to the architectural guidelines.

HBHOA together with the Controlling Architects will be referred to as the

Herboth's Blick Architectural Review Committee (HBARC) who shall

review and approve all plans and their decision will be final.

1.6.4 Plans for all buildings, alterations and additions shall first be submitted to

the HBARC and only after approval thereof, it shall be submitted to the

Municipal Council as appropriate at the time of submission for approval. It

is a specific condition that the Municipal Council as appropriate at the

time of submission may not approve any building plans without the stamp

of approval of the HBARC on the complete set of submitted plans.

1.6.5 The Design Architect must be appointed for design and preparation of all

required design, approval- and construction drawings. It is recommended

that the Design Architect also be engaged to supervise the building

process.

1.6.6 Occupants may only occupy the newly constructed house once a

Certificate to Occupy has been issued by the HBARC. These certificates

will only be issued upon final inspection and approval of building work by

the HBARC.

2. SITING CONTROLS

2.1 ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Herboth's Blick Nature Estate Home Owners’ Association will manage the Estate.

2.2 ZONING

2.2.1 The area is zoned as a nature estate for residential use only and to be in

accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Council as appropriate

at the time of submission with plot sizes as indicated on the approved site

layout plan.

2.2.2 No further subdivision of plots will be allowed. The intention of this clause

is to serve as a restriction clause to prohibit any further subdivisions.

2.3 COVERAGE & BULK

The maximum coverage is 2% of the site. The coverage includes all roofed

areas. The maximum bulk (FSR) is 0, 02 of the site. For example, a house with a

maximum size of 880 m² (external measurements) can be constructed on a site

of 4, 4 hectares, and a house with a maximum size of 1400 m² (external

measurements) can be constructed on a site of 7 hectares.

2.4 HEIGHTS

All structures will be restricted to double storey. Roof void may be used as attic.

The maximum height of any residential building may not exceed 9,0m above the

average mean natural ground level, measured from the apex of the roof to the

mean natural ground level. Chimneys may be 1,2m above the ridge of roof.

2.5 SIZE OF BUILDINGS

No dwelling shall be smaller than 150m², which may include verandas, patios,

outbuildings and garages. The elements of the house must be integrated to form

a unit and no free standing structures, except for lapas, will be approved.

2.8 GRANNY FLATS

The erection of a living structure generally known as a “Granny flat” will be

allowed subject to the following:

2.6.1 Only one granny flat per site is allowed;

2.6.2 A granny flat may not exceed 150 m² in size. The allowed m² includes all

roofed areas.

2.6.3 A granny flat may not be a separate loose standing structure. Such a

granny flat must form part of the structure of the main house by sharing

an external wall with the main house of at least 3 meters in length;

2.6.4 The granny flat must visually form part of the main house in every aspect,

including the finishes on the external walls.

2.7 BUILDING LINES

Building lines will be a minimum of 25 metres on all site boundaries and further

subject to the building lines as determined by the relevant Road Ordinance.

2.8 ROOMS FOR DOMESTIC WORKERS

It is preferred that no rooms be provided for domestic workers within the

development.

In the event of a home owner wanting to accommodate a domestic worker on his

premises, a special application for the inclusion of a domestic worker’s room

must be submitted together with the first submission of the sketch plans.

All employers of domestic workers, whether they will be residing or be day

workers, shall first obtain specific approval from the Herboth’s Blick Nature Estate

Home Owner’s Association before appointing such a worker.

3. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CONTROLS

3.1 SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS

The specific exclusions referred to in these Guidelines will be strictly adhered to

and an owner may not include any of the specific exclusions in any building plan

for approval.

3.2 ROOFS, EAVES AND GUTTERS

3.2.1 Roofs

Pitched roofs are preferred and to be constructed with the following

material and the roof colours to be selected in accordance with the

Herboth’s Blick prescribed exterior colour scheme.

1. “Galvanised” corrugated iron roof sheets

2. Klip-Lok galvanised steel roof sheeting with “Chromadek finish”,

3. Clotan steel 10.5, Corrugated 0.5mm thick, ISQ550Z275

4. Roof pitch may not be less than 25, 5 degrees or more than 45 degrees;

5. No parapet walls will be allowed only hips;

6. Flat roofs and/or concrete roofs covered with natural stone chips may be

constructed but the total flat roof area may not exceed 15% of total floor

area;

7. No thatched roofs whatsoever will be allowed.

3.2.2 Eaves

Eaves may be closed or open. All hipped roofs shall project over the

walls by a minimum of 400mm and a maximum of 800mm.

3.2.3 Gutters

Gutters are optional. Where not used, provision must be made for a

splash apron to dissipate rain water.

3.3 EXTERNAL WALLS

Walls must be plastered or bagged and painted. Stone cladding may be used on

exterior walls to a maximum of 20% of the total external wall area. With prior

approval obtained from the HBHOA, local koppie-klip may be used as stone

cladding but have to remain within the 20% of total external wall area.

3.3.1 Specific exclusions

Decorative plaster such as Spanish plaster

Decorative mouldings and ornaments

Any type of face brick on external walls exceeding the allowed 20% of

external wall areas

3.3.2 General inclusions

Smooth or textured plaster in accordance with the Herboth’s Blick

prescribed exterior colour scheme and approved by the HBARC

Bagged brickwork

Face brick, up to a maximum of 20% of external wall areas

3.4 WINDOWS, DOORS AND BURGLAR BARS

Openings should be large to generate a spacious and airy quality, and to

enhance views. Only internally mounted burglar bars with a simple grid pattern

and to be approved by HBARC, will be allowed.

3.4.1 Windows

Only natural timber or bronze anodised aluminium window frames may be

used.

No steel window frames or precast concrete window systems may be

used.

Reflective glazing may not be used.

3.4.2 Doors

Only natural timber doors may be installed in areas facing the roads.

3.4.3 Specific exclusions

Tinted reflective glass

Steel frames

Highly decorative doors

3.4.4 General inclusions

Bronze anodised aluminium frames

Natural timber windows

Sliding/folding bronze anodised aluminium doors

3.5 GARDEN GATES, BALUSTRADES, PERGOLAS, DECKS AND AWNINGS

3.5.1 Garden gates and garden fencing

Garden gates must be in natural hardwood or farm-type fencing gates. No

creosote timber may be used that is visible. Visible external security gates

are not allowed. Please refer to clause 3.7 hereof for fencing material.

3.5.2 Balustrades

Balcony and verandah balustrades must be in keeping with the

architecture of the house, and must be either in natural hardwood or

metal to comply with the approved roof colours.

3.5.3 Pergolas & decking

Pergolas and timber decks must be constructed in natural hardwood and

supported on either timber, brick or natural stone columns. Brick columns

may not be less than 345mm square and are limited to the ground floor

only. Pergolas may be constructed in timber beyond the building line if

they form terraces not higher than 500mm above natural ground level.

Pergolas within the building line may not at any stage in the future be

covered or closed in

3.5.4 Awnings

Sun control shall be by means of a wide overhang or planting. No clip-on

aluminium or canvas awning systems may be used over windows or

doors. A horizontal sliding canvas system for patios and pool decks is

allowed. No brightly striped canvas may be used.

3.5.5 Specific exclusions

Decorative wrought iron / cast aluminium e.g. Victorian brookie lace

Concertina or other type steel security gates

Exposed translucent sheeting

Fixed or fold-away aluminium awnings

Bright / striped canvas

3.6 PARKING, GARAGES AND CARPORTS

3.6.1 Parking for at least three cars in the driveway must be provided on each

stand, excluding parking in garages.

3.6.2 Garages

Garages should form part of the overall architectural design. Diagonally

timber slatted garage doors are preferred. No prefabricated garages, steel

garage doors or fibreglass garage doors may be used.

3.6.3 Carports

Carports to be constructed of same wall and roof finish as main dwelling.

Supports must either be in big timber sections or brick or stone columns.

The side may be trellised and planted with creepers. Patented

prefabricated carport systems may not be used.

3.6.3.1 Specific exclusions

Prefabricated garage / carport units

Visible sheeting

Temporary / makeshift structures

3.6.3.2 General inclusions

Construction and finishes to match main structure

3.6.4 Kitchen yards

Kitchen yards shall be enclosed with a 2,1m high wall on all sides.

Washing lines, garbage bins and gas banks to be accommodated within

the kitchen yard area.

3.7 OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS AND PRIVATE GARDENS

3.7.1 Private gardens

3.7.1.1 Due to the fact that no domestic animals are allowed to roam

freely in the development because of free roaming game, private

gardens will be allowed as an area surrounding a house not

exceeding 5000 m² in size in order to fence in any domestic

animals;

3.7.1.2 In order to make these fences as unobtrusive as possible, all

fencing to be of the Welded Mesh-type (Kombi-fence), to a

maximum height of 1,2 meters, neatly erected with steel droppers

and corner poles, painted an approved type sand colour as

supplied by the HBARC;

3.7.1.3 Approved type electrified fencing can be erected on top of private

garden fencing, subject to HBARC approval. Approval to be

obtained before commencement of erection.

3.7.2 Privacy

It is recommended that outdoor living areas such as pool decks and

terraces should, as far as possible, be positioned in such a manner that

the building shelters them. Additional walls may be erected for privacy,

provided they do not exceed a distance of 2,5m from the edge of the pool

and comply with the prescribed house architecture. Pool fences can be

steel fencing as per National Building regulations, with a self-closing gate.

3.7.3 Orientation

It is recommended that outdoor living spaces are orientated to the

benefits of sun, wind shelter and views.

3.7.4 Construction

Materials and finishes must match those of the house.

3.8 GENERAL LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES

In order to control the general landscape development on private property

to be a continuation of the wilderness, the following set of guidelines will

be applicable to every stand:

3.8.1 Intent

The purpose of the general landscape guidelines is to create an

integrated and responsive landscape with emphasis on nature, open

space and style that will be unique to Herboth’s Blick Nature Estate. It will

also create sensitivity and harmony between the private stands and the

communal open spaces as well as the streetscape. The guidelines

furthermore aim to preserve and enhance the natural open spaces,

minimise possible negative impacts whilst at the same time establish a

new, stylish and farm-type nature-based character to Herboth’s Blick

Nature Estate.

3.8.2 Preservation of existing trees

The development will at all cost preserve as many as possible of the

existing trees, in order to minimise any visual impacts and to preserve the

value and character of the site. However, any new tree planting must be

indigenous and as far as possible be local (endemic) species.

In order to control and minimise the area of tree clearing on individual

stands, the approach towards the preservation of trees on private

property will be that of a Building Envelope to be established for every

stand, within which the following will apply:

3.8.2.1 The principle will be that a maximum area consisting of the

house footprint area plus an additional area of maximum

5m wide outside the footprint, can be cleared for

construction;

3.8.2.2 Any tree outside this area must be preserved at all cost

unless it can be proven that a tree might be unstable and

can cause a potential danger for falling over;

3.8.2.3 This 5m wide zone is not allowed to encroach on the

building line area;

3.8.2.4 Any indigenous tree exceeding 1 metre in height, within the

building line area must also be preserved;

3.8.2.5 Trees within driveway, patio and pool areas can only be

cleared within an area equal to the minimum dimensions of

the structure plus 1m on either side (3m in the case of a

pool);

3.8.2.6 Each owner will be encouraged to plant at least 20 new

indigenous trees after completion of construction.

3.8.3 Plant species

The character of Herboth's Blick Nature Estate constitutes not only the

Bushveld feel but also in the architectural style as well as the specific

landscape architecture to be introduced. The landscaped vernacular will

fulfil a crucial role in the harmonious integration of the existing

environment and the new development. For this reason the use of plant

species on private property need to be controlled as follows:

3.8.3.1 The establishment of an indigenous, and as far as possible

endemic, plant community is encouraged throughout

Herboth's Blick Nature Estate;

3.8.3.2 No exotic or invader species are to be introduced;

3.8.3.3 Plant species are to enhance the character of the

landscape on common open spaces and street reserves

(refer to the general landscape plan). The following

species are preferred and may only be used within the

transition zone as described below:

The following species are preferred only these species may be

planted within the transition zone:

A) Tree species (typical indigenous tree species occurring on

Herboth’s Blick Nature Estate)

No. Species English name

1. Acacia erioloba Camel Thorn

2. Acacia karroo Sweet Thorn

3. Acacia tortilis Umbrella Thorn

4. Combretum erithrophyllum River Bushwillow

5. Combretum hereroense Mouse-eared Combretum

6. Combretum molle Velvet Bushwillow

7. Combretum imberbe Leadwood

8. Ziziphus mucronata Buffulo Thorn

9. Celtis Africana White Stinkwood

10. Rhus lancea Karree

11. Combretum apiculatum Red Bushwillow / Kudu bush

B) Trees that are strongly prohibited

No. Species English name

1. Eucalyptus spp. Gum tree

2. Prosopis spp. Prosopis

3. Melia azederach Seringa

4. Pinus spp All Pine tree species

5. Connifer spp Cypress

6. Grevillea robusta Silver Oak

7. Tipuana Tipu Yello Jacaranda

8. Leucaene “Wonderboom”

9. Ceratonia siliqua “Johannes Broodboom”

C) Preferred shrub and ground floor species

No. Species English name

1. Aloe spp

2. Grewia spp Raisin bush

3. Plubago ariculatum Blue Cape forget-me-not

4. Scotia affra Karroo Boer Bean

5. Strilitzia reinae Crane Flower

D) Shrubs that are strongly prohibited

No. Species English name

1. Lantana spp Lantana

3.8.4 Landscape design

The integration of the landscape design of open spaces and street

reserves with that of private property is encouraged. The following

measures are to be applied in the landscape design of each stand:

3.8.4.1 Landscaping on private stands within the building line area,

must be treated as a transition zone between the

communal landscape and the private gardens. The design

guidelines need to be strictly adhered to within the building

line zone;

3.8.4.2 Homeowners are encouraged to enhance and to stay

within the framework of species and landscape character

of the estate;

3.8.4.3 A minimum of two 100mm diameter sleeves are to be laid

under driveways to accommodate current and future

cabling and to prevent hacking of driveways;

3.8.4.4 Residents shall maintain trees, plants and shrubs that have

been planted on their pavements by the Developer;

3.8.4.5 Vacant stands must be kept free of alien weeds on a

regular basis to the satisfaction of the Herboth's Blick

Nature Estate Home Owners Association, failing which the

Home Owners Association reserves the right to clean the

stand at the owner’s expense;

3.8.4.6 No formal gardens, hedges, features or ornamental garden

structures will be allowed within the building line zone,

other than inside private gardens, so as to establish natural

areas that will enhance the communal landscape

appearance. The use of mass planting and simplicity in

design must dictate the garden layout in the transition

zone. Pot plants must match the style of the architecture of

the house.

3.9 POOL FENCES

As a general rule, visible pool fences are not encouraged and shall not exceed

1,5m in height. Should pool walls be built, they have to match the wall finish of

the house.

3.9.1 Specific exclusions

Concrete panel walls

Barbed wire fencing

Diamond mesh fencing

Face brick or stone cladded walls are subject to the 20% total external

wall area guideline.

Concrete or steel palisade fencing

3.9.2 General inclusions

Pool fence to match dwelling wall finish

Pool fences allowed as per par. 3.7.2 hereof

3.10 SWIMMING POOLS

Pools must be constructed to Khomas Regional Council approval. Discharge

pipes from swimming pools may not discharge water onto the roads, sidewalks,

landscaped or wildlife areas. A soakaway specifically constructed for the purpose

of discharging the pool shall be constructed.

3.10.1 It is encouraged that pools are not visible from the road or adjacent

properties. Filtration units must be hidden away. Pools must not be freely

accessible

3.10.2 Specific exclusions

Portable pools above ground level

Visible pumps and filtration units

3.10.3 General inclusions

Concealed filtration units

3.11 SIGNAGE AND HOUSE NAMES

3.11.1 House numbers and letters must match the “Times New Roman” font with a

width factor of 1.2;

3.11.2 House numbers must be in black matt only. All numbering and lettering should be

horizontally aligned. Maximum height of lettering 250mm;

3.11.3 House numbering must be placed on the house in a visible position;

3.11.4 Post boxes at individual houses will not be permitted as no street deliveries will

be allowed.

3.12 INTERIOR DESIGN

There are no constraints on interior design.

3.13 PAVING MATERIAL (DRIVE WAYS)

A uniform appearance in architectural style is of the utmost importance in the

development. To this extent the following paving material is given as a strict

guideline as to the required appearance of driveways:

High quality interlock laid in slab and with a recommended colour of

“Rustic” or similar approved in writing by HBARC.

“A driveway” shall mean a distance of at least 8 meters from the garage

door in the direction of the access road.

3.14 EXTERIOR COLOUR SCHEME

The pre-selected colour schemes of HBHOA, which can be obtained from

HBARC or HBHOA are the only colour schemes which will be allowed for use

within the development. Selected colour schemes shall be submitted to HBARC

for approval.

3.15 MISCELLANEOUS

3.15.1 No exposed plumbing is allowed on external facades;

3.15.2 Sewer systems will be of the septic tank and French drain type;

3.15.3 TV aerials may not be attached to the exterior of the building and the

positions of satellite dishes have to be indicated on the sketch plans;

3.15.4 No air conditioning units may be visible from any position;

3.15.5 Solar heating panels must be screened and may not have external

tanks. The position of all solar panels must be approved by the HBHOA.

3.15.6 Exterior security lighting must be wall mounted and installed in such a

position that it will not cause any disturbance to wildlife and or

neighbours. The light source may only project downwards;

3.15.7 No boreholes will be permitted;

3.15.8 No garden sheds or Wendy houses are allowed. Any covered storing

facilities for caravans, boats, trailers, motor cycles, pool pumps , heat

pumps and water feature pumps may not be visible from the street and

may not be placed within the space of any building lines ;

3.15.9 Rainwater tanks may be incorporated into the structure or buried and

shall remain invisible;

3.15.10 Carports should form part of the garage roof and no shade netting may

be used.

3.16 RESPONSIBILITY

The guidelines contained in this document do not absolve the house owner from

complying with the National Building Regulations and the requirements of the

Khomas Regional Council.

3.17 APPROVALS

All building plans must be submitted to HBARC for approval and

recommendation to HBHOA, both in hard copy and electronic DRW or DWG

format.

3.17.1 First stage: Sketch plan approval

Submission of four elevations, floor plans, site plans and typical sections

for discussion - allow two weeks;

3.17.2 Second stage: Working documentation

Two complete sets of working documents consisting of all elevations, floor

plans, site plans, sections and a complete finishing schedule both in hard

copy and electronic DRW or DWG - 2 weeks approval time;

Before submitting plans to the Municipal Council as appropriate at the

time of submission, a set of working drawings in compliance with sketch

plans is required for record keeping;

Note that interpretations, exceptions and waivers of any provisions of

these guidelines are subject to the stamped approval of HBARC and/or

HBHOA. Only after approval and stamped, may the owner submit these

plans to the Municipal Council as appropriate at the time of submission ;

3.17.3 Two compulsory site inspections shall be carried out by HBARC, once

when the Main Contractor commences with the external finishes and once

upon final completion of the works. It is the responsibility of the owner to

timeously inform and request an appointment with HBARC for such

inspection.

HBHOA reserves the right, from time to time, to monitor compliance with

the building plans as submitted and approved by the HBARC/ HBHOA.

3.17.4 The Home Owners’ Association may request any reasonable alterations

and/or additions to ensure compliance with the general design guidelines

as intended for the development;

3.17.5 Before construction work commences, the PURCHASER is required to

pay a footway deposit of N$ 15000.00 to Herboth's Blick Home Owners’

Association. This deposit will be held in trust (free of interest) and will be

utilized in the event of non performance to remove site rubble or make

good any damage caused by the Contractor or his subcontractors and

suppliers, which damage include but is not limited to kerbing,

landscaping, community service roads, irrigation, etc. and for any spot

fines pertaining to non-compliance with the design guidelines on

completion of the building work.

This deposit or remainder thereof, shall only be released subject to the

submission of the Municipal Council appropriate at the time of submission

certificate to HBHOA and the issue of the Certificate of completion for

occupancy by HBHOA / HBARC.

The deposit or remainder thereof shall be refunded within 14 days after

compliance with all of the above mentioned.

3.17.6 Plan approval fees for the Municipal Council appropriate at the time of

submission are for the PURCHASER’S account.

4. DESIGN AND APPROVAL PROCESS GUIDELINE

• Register project with HBHOA

• Receive Design Guidelines documents

• Appoint Design Architect

• Issue guideline document to architect

• Visit site & identify features to be preserved

• Brief Design Architect

CONCEPT DESIGN

• Present Design Concept to Design Review Committee

• Submit concept design documentation for assessment

• Obtain Design Review Committee’s comments & approval

FINAL DESIGN

• Submit all required final design documentation for approval to Design Review

• Obtain Design Review Committee’s final approval

• Submit approved documentation to HBHOA for Final Approval.

• Obtain stamped approval from HBHOA and

• Submit approved and stamped documentation to the Municipal Council

appropriate at the time of submission for approval.

First HBARC INSPECTION

• Request site inspection at least 1 week prior to the desired date of inspection.

AS-BUILT INSPECTION

• Request site inspection at least 1 week prior to the desired date of inspection.

• Submit all required documentation to HBHOA.

• Sign off by Design Review Committee.

5. HBARC FEE

• A fee of N$ 5500.00 is payable per submission.

• A fee of N$ 1750.00 is payable per site visit. Site inspection will be limited to

two hours including travelling. If more time is required, further payment will be

on an hourly basis. The cost of inspection will be for the owner’s account.