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environmental standards. Conserving energy and resources was a priority during construction, with 95% of building waste recycled and eco-building techniques, including excellent sound and heat insulation for walls and roofs, each property meets exceptionally high levels of energy efficiency. As a result all homes at Fair Mile meet the EcoHomes Very Good standard. Rainwater is controlled by a sustainable urban drainage system (SUDS) and residents are encouraged to be eco-friendly themselves with apartment buildings providing designated areas for cycle storage and footpaths doubling as cycleways.
Working sympathetically to meet the requirements of Fair Mile’s Grade ll listing, Thomas Homes has maintained the historic fabric of the buildings wherever possible. Ranging from one to four bedrooms, each conversion retains Victorian features such as
panelling, high skirting boards and window seats. Original sash windows have been retained, updated with high-performance double-glazed units and seals (see pages 43 -45 for more on retaining original windows in listed buildings). Alongside these traditional fixtures, each home also boasts fully-fitted A- rated energy efficient kitchen appliances and bathrooms with wall-hung sanitaryware and fully concealed pipework.
Good transport connections make Cholsey Meadows an easy commute to Oxford, Reading and London via road and rail. The market towns of Wallingford and Henley-on-Thames are within easy reach as are the Chiltern Hills and the Ridgeway.
The development is due for completion in October but all apartments have already been sold, says Vikki Hellewell from Managing
Agent Cleaver Property Management which has been involved in the Fair Mile development since 2011. “There is an amazing feel to the development,” says Vikki, “from the wild meadows leading to the Thames river bank, the cricket pitch or the Great Hall, there is something for everyone, young or old”. The development has its own Facebook page and appeals to a good mix of young professionals, families and retired people.
Jane Goodey is the property manager at Fair Mile, overseeing the day-to-day management of services, including general maintenance and security. She has been instrumental in working with the residents to ensure they are fully involved in the management of the development and have a say in how service charge monies are spent.
One of the main challenges from the property
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