Patrick O'keeffe

Hi there. My name is Patrick O’keeffe and I am a real estate negotiator attached to Reapfield Properties, Subang Jaya branch, and have been involved in the property industry for a few years now.

I specialize in landed properties – bungalows & semi-detached houses, located specifically in Gated and Guarded Communities. My area of focus is within the Klang Valley generally – Ampang, Shah Alam, Bangsar, Damansara Heights, Bukit Tunku, Mont Kiara, Hartamas, Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya, Puchong, Mutiara Damansara as well as Putrajaya & Cyberjaya.
However, my primary base area of concentration is within the Setia Eco Park which covers 791 acres of prime freehold land in a completely gated and guarded community that also includes for 56 acres of forest park and an amazing 94 acres of waterways, lakes and creeks all around this incredible enclave. I also focus extensively on its neighboring Setia Damai, which is also a gated & guarded community and the township of Setia Alam, which is a guarded community – combined, covers over 2500 acres of prime freehold land.

SETIA ALAM

Setia Alam is a new township located in the Section U13 area, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It is accessible from the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) since the interchange was opened on 15 June 2006.  This township is developed by Setia Homes, a member of the SP Setia Bhd Group.

Setia Alam is an  intergrated development spanning 2,500 acres of premium freehold land. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) which had placed restrictions on the establishment of entertainment outlets such as cinemas or live music venues.

The township was opened on 2003 by SP Setia Berhad. It was formerly known as North Hummock Estate, which was owned by the family controlling the See Hoy Chan Group. However, instead of developing the land into a residential township, the group sold the land to SP Setia.

The area consists of 2 major developments marketed as Setia Eco Park (Fully Gated and Guarded luxury Semi-D and Bungalow development) and Setia Alam (mixed residential and commercial development).  The township has won several awards including the World’s Best Master Plan Development for Setia Eco Park in FIABCI International Prix d’Excellence Award 2007.

However, despite its award-developer and plans,  it cannot be denied that Setia Alam was also unfortunately known at one time for its soil settlement issues. The area earlier completed in Setia Impian 5 have got some cases where house walls foot long cracks and walls leaning by more that 15 degrees.

Due to the poor construction work done then, Setia Group completely redeemed itself when it re-built the whole neighborhood garden walls out of goodwill and determination to deliver total customer satisfaction. All this without charging the resident, regardless of either first owner or subsequent sub-sales buyers.

Among the benefits offered in the residential development in Setia Alam, the more notable ones are as follows:

Pics of actual guardhouse & playgrounds at Setia Alam

• Single entry to every neighborhood – every neighborhood which consists of approximately 300 units will share a single entry point. This will facilitate the control of vehicles coming into and leaving the neighborhood.
• North – South orientation – all units are north-south oriented, therefore not exposed to the evening sun.
• Village green – village green houses playgrounds, kindergartens (tadika) and Pusat Rukun Tetangga or ‘Neighborhood Watch’ centres.
• Green fingers – Each residence is not more than one street away from the Village Green via the green fingers.
• Wide roads - internal roads are 50 feet wide.
• Natural barriers - plants and water bodies for added security.
• Environment-friendly development – the development adopts MASMA (Manual Saliran Mesra Alam Malaysia) requiremments where huge dangerous concrete drains are replaced with gentle sloping and meandering earth drains and retention ponds which will be turfed and landscaped for recreational purposes.
• Security features – free patrolling for the first 2 years provided by the Developer’s in-house security division.
• Green street concept – all utility services, i.e. electricity and telephone cablings, as well as drainage  systems are concealed underground.
• Home alarm system – every home comes with built-in security alarm system connected to a local CMS.
• 36-months home warranty – all products delivered after 2nd April 2006 would enjoy an additional 12 months warranty on top of the standard 24-months Defect Liability Period (DLP) set out in the statutory Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA).

SETIA ECO PARK

At Setia Eco Park, the idea of luxurious living within Nature’s warm embrace is not just wishful thinking. Spread across 791 acres of prime freehold land in Shah Alam, which is located only 20 minutes drive to Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Setia Eco Park is renowned for its scenic landscape tapestry that pays tribute to the beauty of Mother Nature.

Some 25% of land area has been allocated for the creation of waterways, lakes, creeks, landscape themed parks, lush walkways, and forest park in this private estate just for the enjoyment of its residents. Specially coined names aptly describe the landscaping features such as Symphony of Wind, Rainbow Creek, Paddy Terrace, Eco Gateway and the Theatre of Dreams that form the various nooks and corners in this sprawling fairy-like garden of delight.

Setia Eco Park, which consists of mainly semi-detached homes and bungalows with a centralized neighbourhood shopping village and a residents’ clubhouse, is a truly exclusive estate with only 3.7 units per acre, making it one of the biggest high-end enclave with the lowest density in the Klang Valley.

The entire neighbourhood is fully gated and guarded, ensconcing residents in a secured sanctuary. In addition, 24-hour security services, card access and individual home security systems are in place to ensure residents’ complete peace of mind.

As the pioneer of ecologically-attuned community in the country, Setia Eco Park was bestowed the honour of the World’s Best Master Plan Development by FIABCI (Federation of International Real Estate) Prix d’Excellence Awards 2007.

Some of the features that makes Setia Eco Park both unique and outstanding are as follows:

• Forest Park and Crafted Landscape – Setia Eco Park has 56 acres of forest park. Here you can enjoy jungle trekking, eco-discovery walks and panoramic views from an observation tower. The development will also feature specially created tropical landscape with a diversity of flora and fauna. With the help of recognized Eco advisers, they are creating a truly sustainable landscape that will serve as an ideal habitat for fish, butterflies, birds and other friendly creatures.
• Waterways, Lakes and Creeks – An amazing 94 acres is dedicated to waterways, lakes and creeks all around the Eco Park enclave, Islands within the lakes will serve as nesting grounds for beautiful birds. A stroll or jog around will convince you that Setia Eco Park is a home at home with Mother Nature.
• ‘Green Street’ concept – Step outside the homes and their Green Street concept is sure to please. All telephone, electrical and other utility cables are laid underground and out of sight.
• Gated and Guarded community – At Setia Eco Park,  the safety and well being of its residents and property are of paramount importance. The entire development is gated and guarded and boasts the following security elements:

1. Guarded and gated
2. Vehicle Access Control
3. Fibre optic fence protection system, CCTV camera with video, motion detection 24 hours a day
4. Individual home alarm system with intercom and panic button link to central guardhouse
5. Integrated perimeter security to detect climbing & cutting at the fence
6. Internal 24-hour security patrol

• Community Facilities -  Setia Eco Park will feature a private clubhouse with sports and rejuvenation facilities, business centres with boutique offices and a F&B hub. In addition, Setia Eco Park has primary, secondary, international and private schools for your children’s education. A badminton academy, hypermarket, parks and bicycle paths completes the vast array of facilities available so you and your family can be assured  that there will never be a lack of anything interesting to do when you live at Setia Eco Park.
• Recreating Nature & The Living Landscape

A.  Butterfly Sanctuary

1. To establish Eco Park identity and recognition towards nature appreciation.
2. Collaboration with Penang Butterfly Farm to sustain the existing resident species whilst introducing new species of butterflies at Eco Park for diversity purposes
3. Butterflies food plants and nectar plants are identified and planted strategically in order to sustain the butterflies’ colony at places like Butterflies Creek and The Swan Lake.
4. 20,000 nos of different butterfly food and nectar are ideally planted to attract different species of butterflies with different characters.
5. Nearly 1000 species of plants are planted and propagated for the betterment of butterflies living.
6. Different species is attracted towards different kind of food or nectar plants. Therefore, the variety of plants will directly welcome different species to Eco Park
7. Caterpillar and lava of butterflies are well taken care of at the nursery before freeing the butterflies back to nature.

B.  Birds Sanctuary

1. Joint research and collaboration between Setia Eco Park and Kuala Lumpur Bird Park.
2. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park provides consultancy and opinion on how to attract and sustain birds colony in Eco Park natural ecosystem.
3. Research has shown that at least eight species of resident birds have already established themselves ideally.
4. Feeding stations with fruits are allocated at our sites in order to avoid the birds from attacking the butterflies caterpillar.
5. Besides feeding stations, natural fruit trees which attract birds’ attention are also planted.
6. Trees with ideal nesting characters are easily found at Eco Park

TENBY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

SP Setia built the Tenby private and international schools, which have already started operations. With a student population exceeding 700, the Tenby educational facilities have attracted foreign residents, including those from Britain, South Africa, Namibia, the Philippines, Japan and South Korea.

SETIA AVENUE

The commercial and business centres in Setia Alam are integral components of the live-learn-work-play philosophy that underpins the entire development concept. Their objective is to provide Setia Alam with a total township experience.

Setia Avenue is the embodiment of this aspiration. It is an exceptional commercial hub because it offers more than spacious and functional lots for both offices and retail outlets. Conceived  as a series of well-designed low-rise blocks connected by wide pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Setia Avenue stands out for its distinctive point of view in terms of aesthetics and ambience.

Setia Avenue provides the foundation upon which to build successful retail businesses or to set up modern offices. Residents of Setia Alam and the vicinity will find that Setia Avenue offers a vibrant, sophisticated yet comfortable destination for shopping, dining and entertainment set in a garden environment.

Setia Avenue was envisioned as a lifestyle commercial hub inspiring a holistic design approach that encompassed both the buildings and surrounding ambience.  Some key features include:

• Contemporary sub-urban building design with contemporary color scheme.
• Each block is given a unique look, a distinctive facade & a unique feature wall on the side wall of every corner unit.
• An interesting “streetscape” featuring pedestrian boulevards in front of the shops provide exciting opportunities for alfresco dining, outdoor activities, exhibition and promotional events.
• Canopied walkways with outdoor music and lighting effects.
• Centralized car park with lift access.
• Broadband internet access.
• CCTV at podium car park levels and lift lobbies.

Details of a typical 4-5 storey intermediate link

• Land area : 34′ x 80′ for an intermediate lot & 35′ x 80′ for an end lot.
• Built-up : 9727 sq.ft for an intermediate 4 storey @ 13236 sq.ft for an intermediate5 storey.

HOW TO GET THERE:

This location is easily accessible through the NKVE – Setia Alam Interchange opened since 15 June 2006.

a. Setia Alam Interchange is your direct connection to Setia Alam and Setia Eco Park

b. 8 minutes to Subang Jaya

c. 10 minutes to Damansara; 20 minutes to Jalan Duta

d. 30 minutes to KLIA

e. Connects Jalan Meru at 7km north of NKVE at KM 3.2

f. Total lengths 7.5km

g. Grade-separated interchanges with directional ramps at Jalan Meru and NKVE connections

h. Two internal diamond interchange are positioned strategically within the development

For convenience, you can also get to Setia Eco Park & Setia Alam through several other routes, namely through the Federal Highway from KL or via the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE):

Location map to Setia Alam and Setia Eco Park

* Via Federal Highway / From KL

i. Follow the highway signs and head towards Klang, until you come to the 1st toll (Batu Tiga Toll).

ii. After the toll, continue heading straight towards Klang until you reach the Sg. Rasau toll (approx 10km from Batu Tiga toll).

iii. Once you cross the Sg. Rasau toll, exit to your left and you will come to a traffic light. Turn right at the traffic light. (Landmark to lookout for is the MBB building)

iv. After turning right, you will see Jaya Jusco Bukit Raja and Esso Petrol Station on your left. Continue straight until you come to another toll. (Shapadu toll).

v. Immediately after the toll, exit to your left and follow the Jalan Meru sign. Ramp down and you will come to a traffic light.

vi. Turn right at the traffic light and go straight approximately 2km.

vii. You will see ‘Setia Alam/KLIA’ signboard on your left. Take the flyover and follow the ‘Setia Alam’ signage.

viii. Continue straight, you will come to the 1st interchange (Persimpangan Setia Alam Barat).

ix. Drive straight until you approach the 2nd interchange (Persimpangan Setia Alam Timur). Take the 2nd interchange and make a U-turn.

x. Setia Alam is located on your left.

Via the NKVE

i. Enter the NKVE from Duta toll / Damansara toll / Subang toll / Seafield toll and head towards Klang (Utara).

ii. Continue driving until KM3.3 where you exit at the ‘Persimpangan Setia Alam (Exit 102) on your left.

iii. After the Setia Alam Toll plaza, you will see “Selamat datang ke Setia Alam & Setia Eco Park” signage. Continue driving, passing Setia Eco Park on your right.

iv. Go up the ramp at Persimpangan Setia Alam Timur (1st interchange) and make a U-turn to go to Setia Eco Park. At the same interchange, turn right and you will be heading to Setia Damai.

v. Go straight pass the 1st interchange, and Setia Alam will be on your left.