Finca Verdanta – Guidelines & Protection Framework

Security, Construction, Infrastructure and Sustainability Concept of the Finca Verdanta Community

The following regulations serve to provide long-term protection for all owners and to preserve the rural, nature-oriented character of the entire 20-hectare property.

The goal is to:

• avoid a legal classification as an urbanization
• keep the structural density permanently low
• prevent mutual interference (e.g., by blocking the view)
• ensure ecological construction methods and healthy living quality
• predominantly use natural materials
• promote the possibility of energy self-sufficiency
• sustainably guarantee the investment security of every buyer

These stipulations are protective mechanisms for the benefit of all parties involved.

1. Buildability according to Lot Size

1.1 Lots up to 1 ha

The construction of the following is permitted:

• 1 main house
• 1 small secondary house (e.g., guest house, casita, studio, or comparable use)

1.2 Lots over 1 ha

The construction of the following is permitted:

• 2 main houses
• 1 secondary house

This regulation ensures that larger areas can be used proportionally without endangering the overall structure of the project.

2. Height Limitation

A maximum construction height is permitted of:

Ground floor + 1 upper floor

Any multi-story construction beyond this is excluded.

This limitation serves to protect:

• the view of all owners
• the privacy
• the open landscape image

3. Lot Use and Development Density

3.1 Maximum Development and Sealing

To preserve the nature-oriented character of the farm community, the total built or sealed area of a lot may not exceed 10% of the respective lot area.

This specifically includes:

• buildings
• paved terraces
• access roads
• parking areas
• other permanently sealed surfaces

3.2 Minimum Distances

Buildings should maintain a minimum distance from the property boundary of 5 to 10 meters.

These distances serve to protect:

• the privacy
• the landscape image
• the natural ventilation and lighting

4. Regulation of Further Parceling

A further division (parceling) of acquired lots for a size up to 15,000 m² is not permitted.

In particular, it is prohibited to divide larger lots (e.g., 5,000 m²) into several smaller parcels (e.g., 5 × 1,000 m²) or to resell them separately.

Reason: Such compaction would increase the structural density and could lead to a legal classification as an urbanization. This would endanger the foundation and permit structure of the project.

Lots over 15,000 m² can carry out a segregation of one additional lot.

This regulation serves to protect each individual buyer and to secure the long-term project character.

5. Ecological Construction and Material Concept

To ensure healthy living quality, sustainability, and long-term value retention, an ecologically coordinated construction concept is pursued. Predominantly natural materials are used.

5.1 Foundation System

Preference is given to screw foundations from the Krinner company or comparable soil-friendly systems.

The goal is:

• minimal intervention in the soil
• avoidance of large-scale soil sealing
• protection of the natural water flow
• long-term soil conservation
• possibility of deconstruction

5.2 Sustainable Building Materials

Where technically sensible and suitable, hemp blocks can be used as building material. Additionally, walls can be insulated with hemp shives.

These materials are characterized by:

• moisture regulation
• improvement of the indoor climate
• vapor-permeable construction
• temperature-compensating properties
• ecological sustainability

The goal is the creation of stable climatic conditions and long-term healthy building substance.

5.3 Local Wood Processing

With existing woodworking equipment on site, building elements such as:

• wooden floors
• terrace boards
• stairs
• interior fittings
• other structural or design wood elements

can be manufactured regionally where possible.

This serves:

• quality control
• reduction of transport efforts
• ecological sustainability
• individualization of the construction projects
• strengthening of local value creation

5.4 Energy Self-Sufficiency

Construction and infrastructure planning promotes the possibility of energy self-sufficiency through:

• utilization of photovoltaics and solar thermal energy
• decentralized energy storage
• energy-efficient construction
• passive climate control through natural building materials

The goal is a sustainable and as independent as possible energy supply for the lots.

6. Light and Night Lighting

To reduce light pollution and protect the natural environment, the following principles apply:

• strong floodlight systems are not intended
• outdoor lighting should be as warm-colored as possible
• lighting should be oriented to minimize impact on the environment and neighboring properties

7. Animal Husbandry

Pets are generally allowed.

The following principles apply:

• factory farming is not permitted
• animal husbandry must not interfere with neighboring properties
• noise, odor, or security burdens for other owners are to be avoided

This regulation serves a harmonious coexistence within the community.

8. Water Infrastructure and Usage

The project has a communal water supply with pipes and tanks.

8.1 Responsible Handling of Water

All owners commit to a responsible handling of the water resource.

Leaks or damage to pipes or connections must be reported immediately to avoid water losses and damage to the system.

8.2 Pool Systems and Wells

The construction of larger pool systems must be coordinated in advance with the community or the management of the water supply due to water consumption, in order to ensure the stability of the water supply.

Wells for individual supply must be coordinated in advance with the farm management in order to not endanger existing spring areas.

9. Infrastructure and Maintenance Contribution

To ensure the long-term functionality of the communal infrastructure, all owners pay a monthly infrastructure contribution.

This serves exclusively for the:

• maintenance of the approx. 1.5 km internal access road (Tosca subsoil)
• care and protection of the drainage ditches
• maintenance of the roadside planting
• maintenance and repair of the approx. 1.5 km water pipes
• care and maintenance of the water tanks
• formation of appropriate reserves for repairs and weather-related damage

9.1 Water Infrastructure

Monthly contribution: 30 USD per connected party

This contribution serves for the maintenance of the water pipes, the care and cleaning of the tanks, technical control, and the formation of necessary reserves.

9.2 Road, Drainage, and Greenery Maintenance Infrastructure

Monthly contribution: 95 USD per lot / party

This contribution serves for regular road maintenance, the repair of weather-related damage, the cleaning and securing of the ditches, the care of the roadside planting, as well as the formation of reserves for larger maintenance measures.

9.3 Natural Fences and Vegetation Boundaries

The maintenance of the natural boundaries between the lots is the responsibility of the buyers.

These may be maintained and trimmed for security reasons (e.g., too high and risk of breakage), maintenance reasons (e.g., insect infestation), or aesthetic reasons (e.g., breakage after rain, too high and thus limiting other residents).

All watercourses, wetlands, or other biotopes are strictly protected. Changes, diversions, or other interventions must be coordinated with the farm management.

10. Individual Garden Maintenance

Individual garden or lot maintenance services are not part of the communal infrastructure contribution.

If an owner wishes for additional garden maintenance or landscaping services, these can be agreed upon individually and separately.

11. Goal of the Overall Concept

This security, construction, infrastructure, and sustainability concept ensures:

• legal certainty
• protection against subsequent densification
• value retention of the lots
• protection of the view and privacy
• healthy living quality
• ecological sustainability
• utilization of predominantly natural materials
• promotion of energy self-sufficiency
• stable infrastructure
• long-term investment security for all owners

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