2011 Dry rot repairs continue (more)

This is a picture of the dry rot repairs which occurred at Unit P-5.

Utility work being done

Utility work [telephone line (Quest), cable television (Century Link), internet, water pipe line (Pacific Utilities), etc.] is being done near the southwest corner of our property plat (near 256th Street SE).

2011 Asphalt seal coating

The shared asphalt driveways of Kenthill Townhomes and Easthill Apartments, together with certain parking areas and parking stalls of Easthill Apartments were seal coated this week.

FHA and VA approvals

In December of 2010, the FHA changed the way that their approval process worked, and as of that date, all condominium approvals either expired or were set to expire within a specific time frame. The FHA approval for Kenthill Townhomes was set to expire on May 31, 2011. As you know, having an FHA approval is very important to the marketability of each individual Unit in our condominium complex, and therefore extremely important to value. Because of all the recent changes made in the lending field, FHA financing is currently being used on close to 40% of all purchase transactions. Without FHA approval, owners at Kenthill Townhomes limit the marketability of their Units and thus decrease the value of all the Units in the condominium complex. Furthermore, in addition to the above mentioned change, individual approvals for a specific owner Units (often referred to as, “spot” approvals) in a condominium complex are no longer available from the FHA. In other words, an individual owner can no longer obtain FHA approval for just their individual Unit. In conclusion, it became imperative for the Board to renew Kenthill Townhome’s FHA approval before it expired. After extensive research, the Board was able to acquire assistance with this endeavor at considerable cost savings. It should be noted that current guidelines now require application for recertification every two years. Part of the purpose of this rule is to ensure that condominium complexes have a low delinquency rate as well as a low “owner-occupied” to “rental/tenant” ratio. More information about this topic will be provided in the coming weeks and months. Please scroll down and review the May 14, 2011 and June 12, 2011 posts on this website for additional links and photos concerning not only FHA approval but also VA approval.

Note to real estate agents who may read this: All parties and any current listings should revise their MLS to include both the FHA and VA approval notice since it may increase the buyer prospects immediately.

Kenthill Townhomes approved for VA

There has been some question as to whether Kenthill Townhomes was approved for VA. We are. Please view the above photo (click on photo to enlarge). This is a valuable piece of information for those seeking financing in today's market. Please also note the post on this website dated 05-14-11. It shows that we are approved for FHA as well.

More asphalt repairs (near Building R)

This is from Easthill Apartments:

June 6, 2011 Re: Parking lot repairs
Dear Resident or Kenthill Bldg. R,
We will be doing asphalt repair in several areas of the parking and roadways on Thursday June 9th. This will include tear out of the old asphalt and replacement with new asphalt up to and including parts of your parking area. To allow clearance for the heavy equipment and avoid possible damage to your vehicle please park elsewhere until the work is completed. Part of the repair does include roadway that is a shared asset for Easthill Apts. and Kenthill Townhomes. Your parking space is in one of the larger repair areas and will need to be removed until the work is completed. Please do not park in this area on Thursday June 9th. Workers will arrive on the property and begin repairs at 7:00 AM. Vehicles must be removed from the repair area before 7:00 AM and not use the area of repair until the work is completed. Please use guest parking for that day. Kenthill residents of Bldg. R may use Easthill Apts. Guest parking (along the roadway) for that day if necessary.Vehicles that are left parked in the area that interfere with the repairs will be relocated by tow truck at the owners expense. If you have questions please feel free to contact me at the Easthill Apts. Office. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Darla Goodman Manager
Easthill Apts.
253-854-1820

2011 Dry rot repairs continue

This is a picture of the dry rot repairs which occurred at Unit B-2.

2011 Roof installations continue

These are some pictures of the roof installation which occurred this week at Building R.

2011 Roof installations continue

This is a picture of the roof installation which occurred at Building Q this week.

Kenthill Townhomes approved for FHA

There has been some question as to whether Kenthill Townhomes was approved for FHA. We are. Go to Google. Type HUD. Go to Quicklinks. Go to Find FHA Approved Condos. Select Find By Name. Select Washington. Type Kenthill. [Alternate information: The correct condo number is S010416].

2011 Dry rot repairs continued (side)

Dry rot repairs continue on the exterior of certain buildings. This is a picture of the repairs which occurred at the east end of Building J.

2011 Dry rot repairs continue

Dry rot repairs continue on the exterior of certain buildings. This is a picture of the repairs which occurred at Building C (Unit C-2).

2011 Dry rot repairs continued

Dry rot repairs continue on the exterior of certain buildings. This is a picture of the repairs which occurred at Building J.

2011 Dry rot repairs continue

Dry rot repairs continue on the exterior of certain buildings. This is a picture of the repairs which occurred at Building C [This is a,"completed" (after the repairs are nearly all done) photo of Unit C-1].

2011 Annual Meeting

The 2011 Kenthill Townhomes Annual Meeting will be held at 7:00PM in the Cabana on March 28, 2011. Homeowners are urged to sign proxies if they are unable to attend. Homeowners may wish to re-read the December 2008 Newsletter (additional copies may be found on the doorstep of Unit J-4).