Rental on Sunburst ready for March

A one-bedroom villa on Sunburst is on the rental market at $925 per month. The link on Craigslist is http://palmsprings.craigslist.org/apa/3617224859.html. The listing says: "This is an adorable 1bedroom 1.5 bath condo in the Palermo Community. Picture living in this peaceful area where the views of the mountains are amazing. The condo features a nice living area with an open area for your desk or use as a den. Dual fireplace in living room/master bedroom, washer/dryer, gated front entry into the unit, covered carport in front of unit and two patios. The is community is gated, offers pools and spas, club house has a rec. room and gym. Minutes from Downtown Palm Springs restaurants, shopping, entertainment and more. Approx. 925 sq. ft. Will Consider A Pet." Miss Penny Lane says: She's sunny on Sunburst.

'Happy days are here'

Positively Palermo received this e-mail: "Dear Ms. Penny Lane -- Wonderful job you do but we were just down to our place for some days and we wanted to relay the positive thoughts of how happy we are at Palermo and the return of the happy days are here -- the place is looking good and prices are going up, good management in place, want to say Thanks to the HOA board members as people say it is a thankless job, so Thanks! We were a bit worried that no increase in HOA dues might mean problems in upkeep but we spoke to a board member who informed us that we are putting in the six-figure range into the reserve funds instead of spending that pot as beforehand. Big THANKS to you and all our neighbors ..." Miss Penny Lane says: She likes the blue skies that come with happy days.

Winds set to blow in

Wind and some rain are coming to the valley. A news report says: "A powerful storm system dropping out of the Gulf of Alaska is expected to bring strong winds and moisture to the valley, starting Tuesday. “You’ll have all kinds of winds all across the valley,” said Joe Dandrea, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in San Diego. The worst of the winds will hit the valley Tuesday night and continue through Wednesday, he said. Wind speeds will range from 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph. High temperatures will likely be in the low 60s both days. Motorists on Interstate 10 should be alert for blowing sand and reduced visibility.Communities on desert slopes, or near them, could get wind gusts as high as 65-70 mph, he said. The storm is expected to bring snow to the mountains and rain to the valley. Rainfall should be less than a tenth of an inch. Once the storm leaves the area, residents should expect gorgeous views of the mountains." Miss Penny Lane says: She's holding on to her hat.

Palermo B model comes on the market

A model B unit at Palermo Palm Springs on Melody Lane has appeared on the MLS as a short sale, apparently the only unit at Palermo on the market after the few on the market have been quickly snapped up. The MLS listing says: "Short sale Opportunity. Perfect Desert get-a-way or year round home! Welcome to Palermo! A newer Community of architectural Townhouses and Villas designed by Chris Mills and developed by Enterprise California. Desirable floor plan; kitchen open to living area. Kitchen is spacious and offers breakfast bar, beautiful cabinets, granite counters, and black appliances! Additional features include; slab granite, sealed concrete floors, and carpet. Enjoy Relaxing or entertaining in private covered patio or spacious 2nd floor sundeck! Enjoy Mountain Views! Single car garage and inside laundry area. Community is walled and gated with 2 pools, 2 spas, state-of-the-art gym, recreation room ... Low HOA of only $294 per month." The price is $214,000. The listing also is on the Windmere site at: http://www.windermere.com/listing?legacyid=133041464. Miss Penny Lane says: A lucky buyer awaits!

More marketing materials

Here is another of the original marketing materials for Palermo Palm Springs touting Palermo as "your personal oasis."Thanks for sending this. Miss Penny Lane says: She loves a pool view.

Happy V-Day, Palermo

Positively Palermo wishes all at Happy Valentine's Day. Miss Penny Lane says: She's sweet on Palermo.

D model back yard illustration

Here is the back yard illustration from the original Palermo Palm Springs sales material. Thank you for sending it in. Miss Penny Lane says: She's Delighted.

D model marketing materials - front

Thank you to you all who have sent in copies of some of the original Palermo marketing materials. Here is the front of D model unit materials. We will publish the back yard drawing next. Miss Penny Lane says: D is for darling.

Train service from Palm Springs to L.A.

The morning newspaper has a story about train service to Los Angeles, with the train station just up Indian Canyon Drive from Palermo Palm Springs, another development that is making Palermo the place to be. the story: "A weekend getaway to Palm Springs from Los Angeles could get a lot easier. No, there’s not a new highway planned or can’t-pass-up flight deals. A two-hour and nearly effortless trip to the Coachella Valley could become a reality thanks to expanded intercity passenger rail service between Los Angeles and Indio. Local officials would like to see daily Amtrak rail service to the valley, a step up from the three-day-a-week service available now. And some of those who are lobbying for the move come from the region’s tourism industry, who say Friday afternoon traffic congestion in the Los Angeles metro region is so grueling, a number of travelers are simply staying in on Friday. (They) would like to see a daily train depart Union Station about 5:30 p.m. to pull into Palm Springs at about 7:30 p.m., terminating in Indio. And a morning train heading back into the city would leave Indio about 8 a.m. Today’s Amtrak service is provided by the train known as the Sunset Limited, which runs three days a week. The westbound Sunset Limited comes through Palm Springs at about 2 a.m. and arrives at Union Station at 5:30 a.m. The eastbound train leaves Union Station about 10 p.m. and arrives in Palm Springs at about 12:30 a.m." Miss Penny Lane says: She's onboard.

Marketing materials

Positively Palermo has received three photos from the original Palermo marketing materials along with an e-mail stating in part, "Hi Miss Penny L, Here are some images from the original Palermo Sales Brochure....There are no cars hanging out in the driveways...tacky, tacky..... Thanks to all who are attempting to restore Palermo to its original glory. We salute you!" We will post them all this week. Miss Penny Lane says: Keep sending them.

CC&R's and driveway parking restrictions?

Positively Palermo received this e-mail: "Hi Miss Penny Lane, We recently received a notice to all homeowners for Palermo Palm Springs and wanted to receive some clarification on parking rules in the CC&Rs. I called Euclid Management and told them we have a long 26ft driveway and is it ok to permanently park a car in the driveway as long as it doesn't stick out past the curve. They said it was fine but if we go away for ong periods of time then we would need to let them know. However the CC&Rs state that if a unit driveway is 22ft or longer, then the authorized vehicle may parked in the driveway for a period not to exceed 72 hours, provided that the vehicle does not encroach onto the sidewalk or there public or private right of way. By having the 72 hours rule, that means basically no vehicle really can park in their driveway longer than 72 hours no matter what size your driveway. That brings up another issue. After 72 hours can that same vehicle park in the driveway again? What is the time frame after the 72 hours can the car come back to park in the driveway for another 72 hours? Can they park in a guest spot and then move back to their own driveway? Seems to me there needs to be more clarification on the parking. Do you have a comment or have an answer? Thanks so much. J ..." Miss Penny Lane says: She's feeling super about Palermo.

Year in review: Holiday cheer lights up Palermo again

Concluding our year in review, the No. 10 story of 2012 was the most-ever display of holiday lights, showing the cheer of the season was alive and well at Palermo Palm Springs. Miss Penny Lane says: She's tanned, rested and ready after some days off work and away.