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How to build good quality gated communities

A gated estate in Nairobi. Developers have to consider the sustainability of such developments. [PHOTO: FILE / STANDARD]

Real estate developers are often asked why they should spend money to enhance common services when they would be clear of the development before such matters come to a head. Should they not just make their money and walk away?

While the answer might seem obvious, there are complex challenges that developers must deal with.

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