St Peters Close Retirement Living

The villas are architecturally designed to provide optimal living spaces and are supported by professional interior design expertise to ensure that the presentation suits most requirements. In the event that variations are required, they are to be costed and approved by both the prospective resident and Southern Cross Care prior to signing the contract. All variations must be paid for in full within two weeks of signing the contract, and are not refundable.

The maintenance fee is designed to simplify household budgeting by incorporating many of the typical
household costs into one regular charge. Additionally, it also funds the ongoing operation of the facilities
and services provided as detailed in your Agreement.
The fee is levied to meet the cost of:
• Rates and taxes – e.g. council, water, emergency services levy
• Insurance (excluding contents) of building, common areas, plant and equipment
• Public lighting
• Repairs, painting and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment
• Use and maintenance of all common facilities
• Administration costs – wages for manager, administration, gardening and maintenance staff.
• Cleaning of common areas, rubbish removal
• Replacement of hot water services, air conditioning (installed by Southern Cross Care), appliances, floor coverings which were supplied in the villa when it was first occupied by the resident.
The maintenance fee is charged per week and is payable every four (4) weeks in advance.
The cost of periodic refurbishment of a home is funded by Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc.

Residents are responsible for internal cleaning, general housekeeping and the maintenance of the rear garden (associated with your specific villa/unit). You are also required to pay your own phone bill, home contents insurance, emergency call system, and if required, pay-TV and internet services.