Neglect of Union Hills Country Club still going on

Hello, This question is for Bill P. or anyone who knows. Why is Union Hills Country Club being sorely neglected by the supposed new owners? Does anyone know?
If I lived across from that place, I would be raising heck. That place is a disgrace and an eyesore to the entire community here. Why are the residents petitioning the owners of that property to do something? I have tried writing to ownership several years ago. Yes, about 4 years ago, that is how long the place has looked neglected.
I am trying to remember I contacted county, and they couldn't give me a straight answer because owner lives in Canada. I don't think that is a good enough reason. Back then, I think owner told county that they where going to renovate...but that was a good 4 years ago. Is anyone concerned about this?? If you drive by this week, it should concern you. I am still trying to figure out what to do in holding property owners responsible for these neglected places. Someone mentioned Palmbrook, that place is no longer what it was either. It hurts to see our country go down. I am not going to sit around and do nothing. This is why our country is going down now, a massive apathetic population that just wants to be entertained. We all need to be more concerned about the downgrading of the country. You can't sit on your laurels and do nothing, or just pontificate on this blog-site. You have to back up your words with action. I know this is a new topic, but someone mentioned Palmbrook, and it had me thinking of the site of Union Hills Country Club. I am backing up my words. You can write your district representatives here, the county, the govenor, we all can and should be doing this. As you start your day today, think about improving the world around you. Life is not just about having fun times and writing on these blogs. Have a good day!

 

Thank you for your support, Janet.
I again wrote to David Livingston, district representative this week. Like I said, I wrote several years ago, I think Rick Gray followed up with me then.
I think the owners were not being straight with Rep. Gray and maricopa county as well.
I again don't think we all should sit back and do nothing when things are falling down in our neighborhood.
I hope others who read this will also reach out to our representatives to find out what is going on.
Have a great day.

 

Does anyone have a say in the condition of a private business if it's not condemned or breaking laws? I don't know the answer to that. It's similar to the 99th Ave strip mall parking lot situation.

 

Check Maricopa County Code Compliance https://www.maricopa.gov/1683/Code-Compliance
Site also lists links to City compliance codes, Peoria is on it.

 

Eileen gets it, @Emily Litella gets it. You all can scream/yell/swear and write novella's about your love for Sun City, but nothing will change. I have called HOA twice about a house on my street. Yard is full, and I mean full of stink net. Nothing. I am out (in ill health) killing my weeds, for what?? Not only is there that dang invasive weed I have no clue how many live there, with children. HOA does not care, why should I? Reported guy on my street repairing/selling golf carts from his home (backyard) HOA doesn't care. 3 messages re that one, My cart is not running well, I'll go ask him to take a look at it. Support our local businesses! If you don't see the crummy looking duplex properties and the general deterioration of this community get out of your car now. You should not be driving with your eyes closed. So let's bow our heads and give thanks for the past 15 years of board members, after all it's not their fault they have trouble, especially with the bylaws, there is just too much to remember, I was told.

 

From what I can tell, the new owners have been trying. The same men who own Palmbrook own Union Hills and you'll notice both clubs have changed their logos and make clear these are no longer closed clubs. A new coffee shop has been put in at Palmbrook and that section has bee renovated. They have Taco Tuesdays and AYCE fish fries on Fridays. I have been delighted with both and can't understand why so few people go. They've taken out ads in the weekly Independent re: the coffee shop. The Union Hills location had a Pizza and Pinot event with live music from 3-6 last Wed. and maybe that will be a regular event. I think after buying the property, Covid hit and everything slowed, but I'm seeing encouraging signs....

 

Hello Jack,
I did not know that same company owns both Palmbrook and Union Hills CC. I wonder if they are strapped for cash and that is why there has been no movement on doing any kind of renovation of the clubhouses and grounds.
Again, this has been going on for many years now, and no action of, at the least, just cleaning up grounds and making it look presentable.

 

Interestingly, there are two other "sister courses" of Palmbrook and Union Hills: San Tan and Coyote Lakes.
Union Hills and Palmbrook both have comments section so you may want to express your concerns re: the Sun City courses there.

https://www.unionhillscc.com/contact/directions
https://www.palmbrookgolf.com/contact/directions

 

Some cities are selling off old golf courses and putting new housing on them. I love all the green, but if owners can't keep up property, some solutions for residents should be discussed.

Here is a story of interest from Palm Springs area on the subject.
https://www.desertsun.com/story/spo...ourse-palm-springs-crafting-answer/499400002/

 

My guess is those who live on UH course voted to keep it a golf course. I think that comes into play somewhere. No pun intended.

 

Hi Sambo,
Yes, I can see no one would want new home development in there, but if a large builder where to come in with deep pockets, keep some of the course and rebuild the clubhouse and add new amenities that wouldn't be so bad.

 

They haven't owned that course for very long. Nothing happens fast in Maricopa County. Hiring the contractors, permits, inspections, ADWR, all take time.

 

15 years ago a developer proposed buying UHCC with plans to put 36 ( ?) condos on the SW corner of the parking lot, building a new , smaller club house, and eliminating the tennis courts. The proposal required unanimous approval of property owners abutting the property. Ten voted no, killing the deal.
The deed restrictions will keep UH a golf course.

 

Until a smart law firm gets involved.

 

The county has a process to file a petition or complaint on property. Does anyone know if SCHOA would do something like this, or should it be left to neighborhood residents. Just wondering?

 

Why don't you give them some time. They haven't owned it for very long! They may be waiting for approval from the county, for the contractors to finish their current job, or many other things. Their other courses look fine and I'm sure Union Hills will too!

 

Swing First Golf bought the club in June 2023. While I agree the outside of the club is an eyesore all of your complaining here is useless. Why don’t you pick up the phone and speak with the owner David Ashton to find out what the property rehabilitation plan is. If you don’t feel comfortable making the call ask the local paper to reach out to Mr. Ashton and get the scoop and publish it in next weeks free paper.

 

Oh my. Logic. Is anyone posting here living on UH golf course? I have not driven by there in a very long time so no clue what it looks like.

 

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https://www.yourvalley.net/sun-city...y-club-under-new-ownership-in-sun-city,411794

 

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From your news article Sambo, the course looks like it was sold again since I originally wrote over 5 years ago to county and Rick Gray.
Hopefully these new owners are going to actually do something. I don't think they are. If they also own Palmbrook, they haven't made any improvements there, they have the same decline of outside property and clubhouse. Also that new sign they have looks kind of cheap.
These courses would do better in the hands of a large builder who can really update the course, clubhouse and modernize the neighborhood.
If anyone has any ideas for helping these courses, we should all care about this. It is contributing to the decline of our community.