12 Apr 2009 11:59 PM:

Not posted here before, however have been watching for some time.

Paid OVP 90,000 euros deposit almost 4 years ago, fortunately managed to withold the IVA element.

Visited site last week, and was absolutely amazed at structural defects. Front 3 blocks have now been completely ripped out of all windows, interior walls, fixtures and fittings. Most corner walls, and walls next to structural beams have been broken open, i.e. brickwork removed and test bores carried out into foundations all over the ground.

Remaining 3 front blocks which we were offered in place of the one we had expected, (the builders apartments I assume) are also showing early signs of ground slippage and I would not be surprised if they too will end up with as severe structural defects as the western 3 blocks. I do not see how these can be saved from demolition and now see no alternative but to give up on this joke of a development and kiss goodbye to our deposit.

Please do not complete on this site without visiting to see for yourself how bad it really is. If you still want to go ahead, ask to see the structural engineers report. I don't believe anyone could rent the apartments not YET affected by the ground slippage. The roads are not completed, there is no facilities as promised, this will be a building site for years to come. Don't throw good money after bad.

Community thread: Gardens of Manilva Finished - so what's everyone decided to do?

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