Perimeter Security: Boundary walls with electric fence secure the entire perimeter, reinforced by a second line of defenceinternally using fencing, creating a 500m patrol track along the fringe, that is patrolled at regular intervals throughout the day. Geo-fence cameras and wireless beams fixed to the perimeter walls linked to the control room on/off site, further safeguard the boundary.

Access Control: The estate is accessed via the main entrance located on Stiebel Place only. An online access control system restricts access to residents, permanent staff and domestic workers using access cards, biometric access readers with fingerprint access and facial recognition and near field communication(NFC) using your smartphone. Residents can share and revoke access online or on their smart device using the mobile application.

Visitor Access: Visitor access is controlled using an online visitor management system and is monitored by security onsite through scanning and screening of visitor’s drivers license and vehicle  license disc upon arrival, making sure all vehicles and personal are recorded. Residents are notified by intecom or on their smart device using the mobile application, and permissions granted. Residents can pre-book visitors online or using the mobile application on their smart device, and will be expected and welcomed on arrival.

CCTV Surveillance: The estate is monitored by High Definition CCTV. Cameras are placed at strategic vantage points and are monitored 24 hours a day at a central control room on/off site. Intelligent Cameras have facial and number plate recognition capabilities, detect abnormal human behaviour and traffic violations, and will alert the central control room of any potential threat in advance.

24-Hour Security Guards: Security guards control access and patrol the perimeter and estate, and are backed up by armed response in case of emergency. A tagging system is implemented to monitor the guards performance and ensure they are awake. Guards further monitor CCTV footage and respond to alarms onsite triggered by any disturbances.

Home Security: Units are fitted with a wireless alarm system comprising of a wireless panel and key pad,infrared external beams, slimline magnetic contacts, passive infrared (PIR) sensors with video verification, smoke, gas and water detection sensors, panic buttons, external siren, transmitter to alarm monitoring and 24 hour armed response and remote access using the mobile application on your smart device. The system is compatible with and integrates with the in house CCTV system.

Backup Power (Generator): The backup generator maintains the security system and estate and unit lighting, during load shedding or power failures.

Communication Estate: Management, security, resident and visitor communication is done using an IP intercom or remotely from your smart device using the mobile application. Inter-unit, inter-estate and external;audio, video and text communication can be made using the system.

Smart Solution: Homes are equipped with a total integrated smart solution which allow residents to control access into their home, security alarm, energy & lighting, appliances, hvac and monitor CCTV footage from their smart device using the mobile application.

Security Screens: As an optional extra, residents can install Trellidor Clear Guard over their glass facings and door openings. Maintain picture perfect views with Trellidoor’s strong, sleek, streamlined see-through security screens, made from a high tensile, coated stainless steel mesh panel and full aluminium frame to provide you with protection you can trust.

Kingsford Estate is situated within a green belt with many small indigenous animals and plants which should be respected by owners with pets. All pets must always be kept indoors and may only be allowed outside on a leash under supervision. Only dogs, cats, fish and birds will be allowed within Kingsford Estate. 

Pets are not allowed to freely roam the estate. No agricultural animals, rodents or rabbits may be kept in any external enclosure on the estate. The owners of unaccompanied dogs found roaming within Kingsford Estate will be subject to a fine and may be asked to be removed from Kingsford Estate on the third offence. In the event of noise and/or nuisance from any owner, then the Developer and/or Kingsford Homeowners Association reserves the right to instruct an owner to remove the pet from the estate.

Each prospective owner would purchase free-hold title over their property. Accordingly, this exclusive use area may be used by children. No external installations of any nature are permitted in order to maintain a uniform look and feel of the estate. In the event of an owner wanting to deviate from the Architectural Guidelines to install for example a jungle gym, then consent from the Kingsford Estate Homeowners Association would need to be obtained which would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. In terms of the developer’s site plan, a communal children’s play area will be established in a section of the estate which would comprise of a jungle gym and various other children’s entertainment options.

Each unit will have a designated area for this purpose. No laundry may be visible. Additionally, a washer/dryer is available within the Premium and Deluxe specifications.

There are no employee living quarters within Kingsford Estate. A prospective buyer would need to motivate for a deviation from the approved layouts and purchase the additional bulk from the developer for the inclusion of staff living quarters to be attached to your home. Typical add-on designs have been developed by the architects and are available on request. The cost of such additions will be for the buyers account.

Solar power is available as an optional extra. This would involve the installation of a solar power panel with an inverter and storage batteries to enable the home to function without the main electrical supply for a fixed duration. There are different package options available.

A backup water supply can be incorporated, subject to the availability of sufficient volumes from the underground borehole water supply.  

Kingsford Estate takes a holistic approach to sustainability with the aim of ultimately reducing its carbon footprint over the long term by maximising the use of space and recycling the resources already consumed. This is done through the following:

Architecture: Homes have been designed to be aesthetically appealing yet functional, with effective use of space. Building materials utilised are eco-friendly and energy efficient, that blend into the natural surroundings seamlessly.

Natural Light: Homes have been positioned to accentuate privacy and views while maximising north light where possible.

Ventilation: Window and door openings are strategically located to provide sufficient natural ventilation.

Glazing: All window-panes are weather sealed and double glazed with a protective film reducing glare and noise pollution.

Water Wise: All points are fitted with low flow fittings to reduce water consumption. Water-harvesting is encouraged, and available as an optional extra, ideally in the form of subterranean tanks with submersible pumps, or alternatively, if located on the ground plane to be fully screened from both horizontal and vertical view and integrated with the respective units.

Lighting: Lighting is designed to seamlessly and effortlessly blend into and complement the building whilst limiting light pollution and saving energy. 

Energy Saving & efficiency: In compliance with SANS 10.400, homes are fitted with a combination of conventional geysers and heat pumps. Photovoltaic cell arrays are encouraged and is available as an optional extra, which must be attached to building structure and fully screened from view.

Landscaping: The landscaping design is paramount to the overall appeal of the estate and seeks to maintain the existing trees where possible and include additional indigenous vegetation for screening and privacy.

Each unit would receive a metered electricity and water supply which would be billed for monthly by the Kingsford Estate Homeowners Association through an invoice. Only the bulk supply would be provided to the estate by the municipality.

Each unit is expected to have a fibre connection point to be used for voice and data communications and to support the Smart Home Solution and hub.

The backup generator is expected to supply power to the general lighting and security elements of Kingsford Estate in the event of a power failure. All units will have back-up power in the event of an outage and during load shedding. This will be subject to a generator standby levy and all usage will be metered.

A jogging track measuring approximately 500m runs along the inside of the perimeter boundary of Kingsford Estate. Additionally a communal childrens play area is incorporated within Phase 1 of the project. Phase 2 has provisions for a larger park that residents can enjoy. In the event of future phases being developed, there are plans for a club-house incorporating a conference centre and function venue with separate access and a sports centre including a gym and field.

Smart living involves involves the virtual integration of various elements with the aim of making life more efficienteconomical, sustainable, controllable and ultimately easy.

Living in a digital age, we are taking that luxury and convenience to our residents. Kingsford Estate uses the latest cutting edge technology to enhance the lifestyle and experience of its residents.

The estate is fitted with fiber and estate wide WIFI which is available to all residents and employees.

All assets, resources and services – such as access control, security cameras and guards, general lighting and facilities, and utility meters – are fitted with electronic sensors linked directly to our Estate Management platform. Using these, estate management is able to collect data, such as risks, performance, consumption and faults, to better manage the estate, thus improving operations and enriching the lives of our residents.