"RESIDENT VOICE" @ Promontory Point

1st Posting

- PROJECT PROMONTORY -

Hello 
fellow Residents of Promontory Point...

This is a community blog which was organized and dedicated to all that reside, or are considering    living in Promontory Point. 
                               

nighttime the East side

As you are aware by now, construction crews have landed on the East side to begin construction on a massive renovation project and additional plans for the West side are scheduled to begin next week.

Bottom line, East or West...this will have a major impact on your quality of life.

Whats ahead:

• New windows & doors throughout
• Earthquake retrofitting
• New exterior finishing & update
• Patio & deck sealing / re-sealing
• Estimated Projection for construction: Fall 2013 - Spring 2015

                 

All good things are built on a strong foundation however, at what cost? Although necessary; renovations on such a grand scale will be loud, dirty, intrusive and very inconvenient... the reality is, we have to understand these pounding, dirty nuisances are unavoidable but, are required in order to make long overdue improvements. 

                                                                                                  

In addition to the many obvious concerns, there are far more serious worries regarding health hazards such as asbestos and mold which are extremely toxic to humans and our family pets within the home.

Definition of "HOME?"  Unlike most apartment associations which generally have a quick occupancy turn over, the demographic of Promontory Point includes a large population of long-term renters that have referred to this as their home for many years.

The fact is; the average resident has lived in Promontory for over 5 years and even up to 30 years.  Not forgetting, a significant amount of those that have returned to Promontory throughout the years.  If this isn't "home," what is?  

              

We live in an unique community and, good or bad, some of these improvements have to be done and will be constructively positive in the long run. However, being that this massive project has already begun and although,  resident input was not considered to be significant and disregarded, we can still come together and be heard.

As they say; "it takes a village."  The Irvine Company has a lot to offer as far as apartment living goes.  However, they failed to factor in the lifestyle and values into their grand plan.  Let's come together and collaborate... remember, its not too late for the "residents" to speak up and make a valuable contribution to this project.

Ultimately, no one has the right to impose on holiday celebrations or infringe on home-based business operations without appropriate accommodation.   Promontory is an enormous property and there are many areas the construction crews can be working on aside from our decks over the holidays!

Although we may consider Promontory Point as our home, it seems evident the Irvine Company regards our community as only a source of revenue and non-essential to the over-all scheme of things.

Bottom line, our community has simply been identified on a project chart as a "unit #" of the East or West side and our opinions are obsolete.

• Do we have rights and if so, what are they?  
• Is "TENANT  HABITABILITY" being observed?
• What is acceptable & unacceptable?
• Regarding earthquake retrofitting; what toxic dangers await when they open up interior walls in our homes

Timing is of the essence...streamlined communication is imperative so these critical issues can be addressed with Promontory Point / Irvine Company as soon as possible.

Please keep in mind, our community Blog is also a good place to voice the "positive" and will be a valuable resource to offer helpful information to your fellow neighbors.

We look forward to hearing what "you" have to say and hope to unite as a community so we can ensure our voices are heard!  This forum is available to everyone and was launched with the intention to promote effective communication.

Most importantly, the Blog can be used as a tool which will allow residents to coordinate and promote meetings so we may discuss issues that matter to you most.

Thank You,
Residents of Promontory

*1st MEETING...  
Date:      SATURDAY,    SEPT. 28    
Time:     10am 
Where?  Clubhouse



*Dedicated to Maria &  Nicco