Wind Stream
Resources for You & Your Community

This is the view from Wind Stream overlooking the Cherry Creek Country Club

This Page Presented by:
Robb Pickard, your "Wind Stream Resident Realtor"
This page provided as a service for my neighbors and clients.
Please call 303.594.0727 or email robb@robbpickard.com with any questions.

Wind Stream Virtual Tour

Your "official" web site provided by our management company!
WindStreamCondos.com
Get all the CC&R's, Rules & Regs, Board minutes, etc

Click on the links below to quickly jump to sections of your "unofficial" site
or simply scroll down the page.

>Your Neighborhood and Your "Wind Stream Resident Realtor"
>Important and Emergency Phone Numbers
>Wind Stream's Board of Directors
>Community & Area Maps
>Homeowners News
>Fun Stuff  
>Photo Gallery 

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Your Neighborhood

Wind Stream is a uniquely desirable community located at 9400 E. Iliff Avenue in southeast Denver and unincorporated Arapahoe County. Our community opened in 1982 and was completed by 1988. Quality of life is the hallmark of Wind Stream. Beautiful homes, lush, mature landscaping, golf course and mountain vistas, ready access to a wide variety of Denver's favorite places and great neighbors all contributing to an exceptional urban living experience with a country feel. 

Visit WindStreamCondos.com

Wind Stream homes are characterized by very appealing interior and exterior architectural design.  Some say reminiscent of a mountain ski resort. A wide variety of floor plans are available ranging in size from 879 to 1876 square feet. The complex is comprised of 234 homes and is supported by a stable and active Homeowners Association. 177 homes are 2bed/2bath townhome style homes, 38 are 2bed/2bath condo style homes and 19 are great 1bed/1bath+study carriage house style homes. Wind Stream is adjacent to the Cherry Creek Country Club and the Highline Canal Trail (which connects city wide). Wind Stream offers easy access to the Denver Tech Center, Cherry Creek, Lowry, Fitzsimons or Downtown. Cherry Creek State Park is just a short drive south. 

Solid interior architecture has proven to be, far and away, the best and most enduring feature of this community. Irrespective of the floor plan, the living spaces provided in each unit are light, bright and inviting. Since our community welcomed it's first residents in 1982 (I was one of them!), the units have seen a wide variety of updating and improvements. Properties that sell for premium prices and in minimal amounts of time have generally been updated in areas of basement finishes, appliances, heating and air conditioning. Other updating such as hardwood flooring, new carpeting, painting, kitchen remodels are always helpful, but it is always necessary for a potential seller to present a clean, neat and well maintained unit.

Suggestions for this site are always welcome.
Email your suggestions here or give me a call at 303-331-4542

As a resident of Wind Stream since 1982, I have owned and lived in two different properties and am uniquely qualified to represent Wind Stream residents when you decide that it's time to make a change. I stay constantly in touch with home values, sales and active listings and remain an advocate for this wonderful community. If you would like to discuss sales history or current market trends, I encourage you to contact me. I have extensive data and knowledge about Wind Stream. 

Additional contact information:
Robb Pickard, Broker / Co-Owner
RE/MAX of Cherry Creek
3773 Cherry Creek North Drive, Suite 801, Denver, CO 80209
Office: 303.320.1556, Direct: 303.331.4542, Toll free: 800.765.7110
Cell: 303.594.0727, eFax: 720.227.9717
For great search tools and more, visit. www.robbpickard.com 

I am not your only Realtor choice, but I am your best choice!

Learn more about me, my business ethic and my real estate relationships

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Important & Emergency 
Phone Numbers

Western States Property Services
Earl Johnson, Property Manager
9145 E. Kenyon, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80237
Office: 303-745-2220; Fax: 303-745-3335
Email: Earl Johnson

Visit the Western States web site: Western States for additional information and contacts.

Visit Wind Stream web site for valuable HOA information.
Board Minutes, Financials, Parking Waiver form, Declarations, Rules & Regs, and more.

For a variety of contact information including area law enforcement agencies, school districts, chambers of commerce and much more, Visit our real estate resources.

Your Board of Directors

These individuals work very hard to represent the common interests of Wind Stream residents. Their primary mission is to manage wisely...ensuring both financial security for the community and physical value for our properties, collectively and individually. As a covenant controlled community, it is the responsibility of each owner to understand and abide by our governing Rules and Regulations. Occasionally, your Directors are required to enforce community Rules and Regulations to assure that the 'greater good' of our community is served. These can be complex issues, and even more complex decisions, and your Directors strive to do the right thing using common sense, knowledge of our community and respect for our owners, while taking into consideration the specific circumstances of the issue.

Your Board of Directors

                        Grant Barnes, President           Kay Abraham, Vice President
                        Michael Moss, Treasurer          Mary Riebe, Secretary
                        Brant Helferich                         Gary Guinn

Whether or not you agree with the Board on all things, these individuals deserve our appreciation. Don't hesitate to say thanks when you see them around our community.

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Community & Area Maps

 
Community Map


Area Map

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Homeowner News

board meetingS

Wind Stream Board Meetings are held every other month  at various locations except for the month of March. Check the official web site (click here) for specific dates and locations. Meetings begin at 6:30PM. Our Annual Meeting occurs in March and is generally held at Embassy Suites Hotel at Tamarac Square.

Garage Sale

Most years our community has a neighborhood wide garage sale and it has become a tradition of mine to cook and serve brats, hotdogs, chips and drinks to all who attend as well as my neighbors. It's fun for me but I have a tough time cooking and trying to sell my garage sale items...so I just cook!!

Look for dates to be announced in our Newsletter and my neighborhood mailings. 2009 is scheduled for June 6.

  COYOTES IN WIND STREAM

Coyotes have been seen on the property in search of food.  Please try to leave your trash out for as little time as possible. Put it in a trash can rather than just lying around in a plastic bag which is easier for those creatures to break open.  Remember:  Out no earlier than 7:00 p.m. Wednesday; back in not later than7: 00 a.m. Friday. Scroll or click down to the Photo Gallery for a photo of our coyotes.

  AIR CONDITIONER CARE

With the hot weather we’re expecting this summer, it's a good time to check out your air conditioners.  These are not maintenance-free machines!  Since each homeowner is responsible for their own A/C, a little TLC would be in order if you want to avoid sweltering.  The outside condensers need to be cleaned off as necessary to allow the free flow of air through the system.  Our cottonwood trees have a nasty habit of depositing their flowers on the a/c, thus impeding the airflow.  The unit should be brushed and/or hosed off to keep it clean.  Also, the inside filter on the furnace should be checked at least monthly to insure that the filter is clean and free of dust and particle build-up.  Don’t expect to make your units like a meat locker, as the system and our buildings are constructed to only achieve about a 20 degree differential from the outside temperature.  For example, if it’s 95 outside, you shouldn’t expect less than 75 degrees upstairs; regardless of what temperature you set your thermostat.

DOGS (Again!)

Seems like there is always someone who doesn’t get the word.  Dogs are to be on leashes when outside, and are not to be left alone on your patio.  When you are gone and the dog is alone outside, it gets lonesome and howls, barks, and/or cries!  Although the poop cleanup has gotten a little better, there are still a few folks who must think someone else is going to cleanup after their pet.  Not gonna happen, so please cleanup your little Fido’s mess. Poop bag distribution boxes have been added around our community for your convenience. Please use them.

PARKING

Another on-going problem for us...Garages are to be used for parking your car, not for storing your stuff, old beater cars, or trailers.  There is limited parking at Wind Stream, and those who ignore the parking restrictions are being very inconsiderate of their neighbors.  Cars that are improperly parked are subject to being towed.  Recovery of towed vehicles is expensive.

POOL RULES

Some modifications to the pool rules have been enacted by the Board of Directors in response to complaints and abuses by a few people.  The changes include:

• Smoking only in designated area.  Absolutely no smoking in pool or spa.

• Cleanup your mess before you leave

• Furniture placed on grass must be returned to pool deck after use

• Infants must wear swim diapers

• No bikes, skateboards, scooters, surf boards, etc. in pool area

• Violators subject to ejection and loss of use of pool privileges

Existing rules that seem to be ignored include a limit of 3 guests, no diving, and no glass in the pool area.  There really are good reasons for these rules and they will be enforced.

Please be considerate and observe these restrictions designed to make the pool experience a safe and enjoyable one for all residents and guests.  The pool will close soon after Labor Day, depending on weather and use.

More News You Can Use:

Alfred Hitchcock presents "Flickers": the on-going saga:

During spring months we usually hear the ratta-tat-tat of the Flickers. Report problems to our Management Company as soon as you hear them. Give your unit # and specifics.

The board is trying to deal with the problem and is considering a variety of means to thwart this annual problem. Paint additives, special birdhouses and other means to discourage the Flickers are being studied. Timing of the remedial efforts is critical so please report any problem ASAP. 

Security Doors:

Homeowner’s seeking to install a storm or security door on their unit should contact the property manager for approval.  The board has provided a selection of doors styles that are suitable and appropriate.  If you wish to install a door that is not on the pre-approved list, you must submit the request, along with a picture of the type of door you wish to install, to the board.  Prior, written approval of the board is required before installing any door that is not on the approved list.  Whichever style is approved, it must be either black or rust in color.

Improvements/Changes to Common Elements & Satellite dishes:

The restrictive covenants that govern Wind Stream require prior, written board approval before any changes, modifications, or improvements are made to the common elements on the property.  Those common elements include outer wall, patios, balconies, yards, brick walls, sidewalks and adjacent areas.  Although this requirement has not been strictly enforced in the past, it is the intention of the board to adhere to the prior approval requirement so as to maintain the integrity and appearance of Wind Stream.  Your Board is working on amending the somewhat outdated rules to provide more flexibility on this issue.  However, if you desire to hang something on your patio or make improvements to the common grounds, you must obtain the requisite approval.  Otherwise, you will be subject to having the items removed at your expense, as well as a possible fine for flagrant violators.

HOA Payments Delinquency:

Homeowners Association dues are due on the 1^st day of every month. Although we have a generous grace period for receiving these payments, if you don’t write your check and mail it so that it arrives and is posted by the 30^th…you will be in arrears and have a late payment penalty imposed.

Our management company tries very hard to communicate with and collect from homeowners that have accumulated fines. However our delinquency list is quite long and we would very much like to clean up the list. Not paying these fines or past due HOA fees will reflect on your home should you attempt to sell it and, in a worst case scenario, can result in foreclosure proceedings.

It is a costly and time-consuming burden on our property management to repeatedly attempt to collect fines and late fees. If you have been notified of late payments or penalties due, PLEASE pay them and schedule your future payments to avoid being late.

Should you have extenuating circumstances, contact Earl Johnson with Western States at your earliest convenience to discuss how you can get and stay current. His number is 303-745-2220.

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Fun Stuff

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Photo Gallery

One of many interesting snow storms

Wind Stream has some awesome views

Some neighbors

Inviting

August 2008. Quite a storm.