GRIT Newsletter: August 2004

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A significant lawsuit victory was achieved by the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association (SHHA) after a new owner in Unit 14 was denied construction of an enlarged garage due to setbacks. Despite the denial, the owner proceeded with construction, leading to a lawsuit where SHHA ultimately prevailed, halting the garage addition permanently. Details of the trial process and the judge's ruling were shared, highlighting the importance of following the ACC guidelines and obtaining approvals before construction begins. In another neighborhood concern, the article advised residents to report cases of extreme speeding to the Bernalillo County Sheriff, emphasizing the seriousness of the offense and the need for documentation.

The newsletter features an introduction of George Burnell as the manager, discussing his background and family. It also highlights plans for a new retail building between the Eckerd and Kwik Lube buildings. Additionally, TRICOR's employment of Grubb and Ellis for property marketing is mentioned. The President, Ralph Rudolph, shares homeowners' comments from the June annual meeting, addressing issues such as traffic and safety measures, signage replacement, fire protection concerns, covenant enforcement challenges, governance improvements, and community suggestions like the need for a community center and a gourmet group.

George Burnell, manager, discusses plans for a new retail building between existing structures, while TRICOR employs Grubb and Ellis for property marketing. Homeowners' feedback from the annual meeting includes concerns about traffic, safety, signage replacements, fire protection rumors, covenant enforcement challenges, governance improvements, and community suggestions for a community center and gourmet group. Keywords: George Burnell, TRICOR, Grubb and Ellis, Ralph Rudolph, traffic safety, signage, fire protection, covenant enforcement, governance, community center, gourmet group.

Keywords: construction denial, speeding incidents reporting., stucco warning, SHHA lawsuit, preventive maintenance, Kwik Lube services, traffic calming, Bernalillo County Sheriff, upcoming events, extreme speeding, neighborhood safety, ACC guidelines, setbacks