Q: What type of construction is used for Flora North Condominiums?

A: The foundation is concrete piles supporting steel reinforced concrete walls. Basement floors are concrete slab on grade.  The upper structure is wood-framed with engineered floor and roof system.  Each townhome is separated by a double wall system, made of two layers of insulation and multiple layers of fire-resistant drywall which creates a superior fire-and sound-rated separation between units.

Q: What is the heating and cooling system used for the townhomes?

A: For heating, each Flora North Condominium is provided with an efficient electric furnace and for cooling A/C is available as an upgrade. This system coupled with the HRV provides superior air quality as well as offering comfort and convenience to the homeowner.

Q: What security measures will be incorporated at Flora North Condominiums?

A: Each townhome has an illuminated entrance and entry doors are supplied with deadbolt locks. All units are pre-wired for a security system – owners are responsible for the purchase and installation of an individual security system of their choosing.

Q: What is the common wall construction between condominium townhome units?

A: Common demising walls between condominiums are constructed using a double-wall technique, where two rows of studs of a conventionally-framed wall are separated by an air space.  These walls are filled with sound insulation ‘batts’ and are finished with a double layer of drywall on both sides.  This is a proven wall system with an above-average performance rating in regard to fire protection and reduction of sound transmission.

Q: What materials and features will the exterior of the building have?

A: The homes will feature large triple-pane windows and include a variation of dark & neutral trim colours and materials including dark metal clad fascia, soffit and downspouts. Front elevations feature composite wood trim, brick veneer, cement board & metal lap siding, stucco, entry doors with glass and concrete patio with railing.

Q: I am concerned about the chance of a fire at the building. How has this been addressed?

A:  Although the event of fire is rare, this danger has been extensively considered at the Flora development. To stop the rapid spread of fire, the demising wall between units has a fire resistance rating of 1.5 hours.  Safety inspections of the furnaces and dryer vents occur once a year and is included in the condo fees.  All units are also equipped with hard-wired smoke detectors and private entrances to the outside.  Private entrances allow direct access to and from the townhome in the case of an emergency.

Q: Is air-conditioning standard at Flora North?

A: No, air-conditioning is available as option.

Q: What are the features of the small yards and entrances to the townhomes?

A: All units include a 8 foot by 10 foot patio with low privacy railing and landscaping and plant beds  adjacent to building and/or patio and sidewalks

Q: What type of roof will the buildings have?

A: Flora North Condominiums have an engineered wood truss roof, OSB decking and high-quality laminate shingles with 40-year limited warranty.

Q: What kind of windows will be installed?

A: The windows at Flora North Condominiums are triple pane windows for high energy efficiency.

Q: Can I customize my new townhome at Flora North? What options are available if so, and how can I find out what upgrades might fit my budget?

A: If you select your new home early in construction commencement, you may customize certain aspects of the design and planning.  The location of kitchens, bathrooms, and main walls, etc. cannot be modified, but early purchasers can select from our menu of optional interior finishing to create their own personal look and lifestyle. Optional upgrades include custom flooring, kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances and a wide spectrum of interior paint colours. Once you purchase your new condominium, you will then have the opportunity to visit our state-of-the-art, 3,500-square-foot Design Centre at the Qualico Headquarters to meet with our design consultant and make your interior upgrade selections.

Q: Can I choose the paint colours for my townhome?

A: The paint colour for the Flora interior is DULUX ‘Wentworth White.’ If unit selection is made early in the construction phase you will have the opportunity to meet with our Interior Designer to discuss a wide choice of interior finishes including upgrading your paint finish and color.

Q: Can I select the type of flooring I want?

A: Flooring upgrades are available if you purchase a townhome that does not have the selections chosen.  The standard flooring is a high quality solid-core vinyl plank on main floor and bathrooms and carpet with 7 lb. underpad on stairs to second floor and bedrooms.

Q: Can I choose the type of kitchen cabinets for my townhome?

A: Thermofoil cabinets are available in a variety of colours at Flora Condominiums. Owners may choose from a range of optional upgraded cabinet styles. Quartz countertops are standard in kitchen and laminate in vanities. Please speak to our Realtor team about scheduling a visit to our Design Centre, where an extensive range of cabinets, counters, tile, and flooring are displayed.

Q: What appliances are included with my purchase price at Flora North Condominiums?

A: Kitchen appliances are not included in your purchase price. However, our kitchens have been designed to accommodate modern styled appliances, a designer package can be purchased with StreetSide.