Fantasyland in Anthem

While Disneyland is located in California, Pulte Homes has established its version of Fantasyland in Anthem. They are the authors of many tall tales in our little community.

We purchased our home in February 2000, knowing our water supply would be one of the most important ingredients of the total home package. The sales associates assured us we had nothing to worry about since our water would be delivered from Lake Pleasant.

That was the sum total of any disclosures regarding water delivery after the sale. Our closing documents did not contain warnings of future rate explosions. We have our original copy of the Subdivision Public Report dated March 5, 1999.

WATER: Citizens Water Resources (acquired by Arizona American Water). Costs to purchasers to receive this service include: a service establishment fee for water and sewer facilities of $60 plus tax, and a deposit or prepayment may be required. The fees are in the control of the service provider and are subject to change. Subdivider will complete the facilities to the lot lines on or before January 8, 2000.

SEWAGE DISPOSAL: Citizens Water Resources. Costs to purchasers to receive this service are included in the water service establishment fee. The fees are in the control of the service provider ... (etc).

The above costs are subject to change by the service providers, subject to certain regulator approvals, which vary by the provider. Purchaser should contact the above providers regarding extension rules and regulations, service connections and costs involved. Additionally, in a deregulated utility environment, other utility service providers may be available to purchasers.

CC&Rs and accepted plant species were foremost in our packet of information. An open garage door or renegade palm tree was considered a felony breach of the Fantasyland code of ethics.

After our first encounter with Pulte Homes, we actually considered moving to the Arroyo Grande subdivision (when it was an idea waiting to happen) to get away from the crowds.

We went to the Parkside sales office and viewed the relief map. When we questioned the particulars of a specific lot near the “lift station,” we were told we would not be bothered by any noise associated with it. If we had decided to pursue the sale, we would have sought a better explanation.

Imagine our surprise when we found out later what a lift station actually does. It was true that noise might have been negligible, but there was no mention of any odor connected with the process of lifting liquid and solid waste.

This is another example of the misinformation practiced by the Pulte organization. They are evasive, calculating, and totally untrustworthy.

John R. & Patricia J. Schapendonk
Anthem