FAQ

General
Can I sell my lot before I build?

The resale of a vacant lot prior to constructing a dwelling is not allowed at Ashbury.

Permission to resell will only be provided if there are exceptional circumstances for the resale. Talk to the Ashbury Sales Team for more information.

Can I conduct an inspection on my lot before settlement?

The Sales Team will let you know when you can inspect your lot, typically once titles are registered. Visiting of lots is strictly prohibited during the stage construction as all areas are only accessible to relevant construction contractors.

These sites are under the management and control of civil contractors who are required by Law to have strict OH&S controls in place due to the ‘High Risk’ activities being performed on site. These activities include, but are not limited to, deep excavation and tunneling works, the use of large excavation equipment and trucks, so under no circumstances is access to the site allowed by clients or by members of the public.

What is my responsibility once I have settled my lot?

Prior to you building your home, your lot must be regularly maintained, kept free of rubbish and overgrown vegetation to prevent others dumping material. Rubbish removal on titled lots will not be undertaken by the developer.

The Developer will monitor all lots to ensure regular maintenance of gardens/nature strips is undertaken by residents.

What happens when my survey pegs are missing from my settled lot?

Prior to settlement, survey pegs are installed by the developer on your lot, however any missing pegs after settlement are the responsibility of the lot owner and not the developer.

What is the time frame for constructing your home?

The construction of your home must commence within 12 months of settlement of your lot, and be complete within 24 months of the settlement of your lot.

Can I subdivide my lot?

The further subdivision of lots are allowed on specific stages in Ashbury. Please review the notice of restriction/MCP to determine if your lot can be further subdivided.

The further subdivision is firstly subject to the approval of the Ashbury Design Panel, and then the approval/granting of a planning permit by City of Greater Geelong (https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/).

Who is responsible for the cost of my fence?

You and your neighbour have equal cost responsibility for the dividing fence on your lot. If you have purchased a corner lot, you are solely responsible for the cost of the fence that faces the secondary street. Shared cost with neighbours only applies to common boundary fencing. To find out your neighbour’s details to arrange fencing, contact the City of Greater Geelong (https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/).

Under the Privacy Act, the Ashbury Land Sales Centre cannot provide neighbours’ contact information. Refer to the Fencing Act below, https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/justice-system/laws-and-regulation/civil-law/fencing-law-in-victoria

What is the Community Infrastructure levy?

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) helps cover the cost of infrastructure in new communities including outdoor recreation areas, community centres and libraries. This is a City of Greater Geelong (COGG) council requirement.

The (CIL) must be paid prior to the issuing of a building permit for each dwelling. For more information, visit the COGG council website.

Education & Schools
What are the local school options?

Iona College  (Senior Campus) is at 242 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Charlemont VIC 3217.
The school opened Term 1, 2020

For more information:
Call: (03) 5229 0004
Visit: https://iona.vic.edu.au/

Are the Schools Zoned in Armstrong Creek?

Here is a list of local schools close to Ashbury. Please visit https://www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au/ for more options.

  • Horseshoe Bend Primary School (opening 2026)
  • Armstrong Creek School – 1.7km from Ashbury
  • Oberon High School –  – 1.4 km from Ashbury
  • Grovedale College –  2.5km from Ashbury
  • Belmont High School – 5.6km from Ashbury
Infrastructure
What is an electrical substation?

The Council of Greater Geelong requires substations to be located within the lot boundaries.

The purpose of a substation is to ‘step down’ high voltage electricity from the transmission system to lower voltage electricity so it can be easily supplied to homes.

Local Services & Amenity
LOCAL COUNCIL

Ashbury is within the City of Greater Geelong.

For more information
Call: (03) 5272 5272
Visit: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/

PUBLIC HOSPITAL

The closest public hospital to Ashbury is Barwon Health.

Barwon Health
Call: (03) 4215 0000
Visit: https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/

CLOSEST MEDICAL CENTRE

Armstrong Creek Doctor
Call: (03) 5215 1002
Visit: https://armstrongcreekdoctors.com.au/

NEAREST TRAIN STATION

Tarneit Station
Visit: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/stop/1599/tarneit-station/3/regional-train/

CLOSEST SHOPPING CENTRE

Marshall Railway Centre
Address: Marshalltown Road, Marshall

 

CLOSEST MAJOR SHOPPING CENTRE

HomeCo. Armstrong Creek Town Centre
Address: 40 Main Street, Armstrong Creek 3217
Visit: https://home-co.com.au/armstrong-creek-town-centre

WAURN PONDS POLICE STATION

The closest police station to Ashbury is the Waurn Ponds Police Station

Call: (03) 5247 3500
Address: 13-39 Rossack Drive, Grovedale 3216
Visit: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/waurn-ponds-police-station