Frequently Asked Questions
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General Community Information
- Where is Marley Park?
- How do I find out more information about Marley Park?
- How many acres is Marley Park?
- What makes Marley Park different from other residential developments?
- Who do I contact for information about the Community Life Team?
- How many homes are planned for Marley Park?
- What type of homes will be offered at Marley Park?
- Who are the builders in Marley Park?
- Does Marley Park have custom home sites?
- What Are The Price Ranges Within Marley Park?
- Will there be other homes in Marley Park like the Welcome Center?
- Will all of the homes have wrap-around porches?
- What is the property tax for the City of Surprise?
- What are the lot sizes and square footage ranges for Marley Park Homes?
- Which neighborhoods will be gated?
- Will there be a golf course at Marley Park?
- What amenities will be offered in Marley Park?
- What type of telecommunications capabilities will be available at Marley Park?
- What can I expect to pay in association fees at Marley Park?
- How much are the Community Life Team fees expected to increase and how soon?
- Will there be a pool at Marley Park?
- Will there be a fitness center?
- Will there be intra-community sports leagues at Marley Park?
- Can non-residents use the Heritage Club?
- Who are the utility providers at Marley Park?
- Who will be maintaining the neighborhood tree-lined streets?
- What is a CFD?
- Will the Heritage Pool House be private to Marley Park residents?
- How big will the pools be?
- What will be the depth of the pools?
- Will the pools use a chlorination system or a salt water system?
- Will the pools be heated?
- What surface will surround the pools?
- Will the pools have a diving board, slide or waterfalls?
- Will there be a water play area near the pools?
- Will there be a separate toddler pool?
- Will there be shade?
- Will the Heritage Pool House have showers?
- Will babies and toddlers need special diapers/water proof pants?
- What will the height be for the fence?
- What materials will be used for the fence?
- Will chaise lounges and pool chairs be available?
- Will there be a lifeguard on duty?
- Will towels be available?
- Will cabanas be available?
- Will lockers be available?
- Will food and beverages be available at the Heritage Pool House?
- Will swim lessons be offered?
- If offered, will swim lessons be included in the Community Association fees?
- Will the Heritage Pool House have a swim team and if so what ages?
- Will there be guest fees?
- Will the Heritage Pool House be open in the evening?
- Will the Heritage Pool House be available for private functions such as birthday parties?
- Will there be paths and trails throughout the community?
- When will the parks be ready for use?
- What is featured in each park?
- Is the Arbor Walk part of the sidewalk system or is it a separate path?
- How is Marley Park able to support all of its grass and trees in this desert region?
- Are the Heritage Park field lights on timers or do they have specific times that they will be on?
- How will the neighborhood parks be kept private?
- Where is the nearest Elementary school?
- What is the nearest High School?
- What is Marley Parks commitment to education?
The Homes
Amenities, Services and Operations
Heritage Pool House
The Parks and Arbor Walk
Education
General Community Information
Where is
Marley Park?
Conveniently accessed from the Loop 101, Loop 303 and Grand Avenue approximately
20 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix. Bounded by Waddell Road to the
north, Cactus Road to the south, and Reems Road and Litchfield Road to
the west and east. Accessed via Bell Road, which is the primary thoroughfare
for Surprise, Arizona. Get
directions to Marley Park Welcome Center.
How do I find out more information
about Marley Park?
To receive updates on community news and development, go to our Stay
Informed section or visit us at the Welcome Center.
How many acres is Marley
Park?
Approximately 956 acres, 416 of which are planned for Phases I and II.
What makes Marley Park different
from other residential developments?
Marley Park is about feeling at home not just inside your home,
but also within your neighborhood. The Community Plan is unlike any other.
Who do I contact for information about the Community Life Team?
Kelsea Vescova
Community Life Manager
623.466.8820
The Homes
How many homes are planned for Marley Park?
The community is approved for approximately 3,000 homes to be released in phases. Within our first two phases approximately 1,440 will be released.
What type of homes will be
offered at Marley Park?
Marley Park features classic architectural styles including: Bungalow, Cottage, Craftsman, Monterey, Spanish, Territorial Ranch and Traditional. A unique range of housing choices and floor plans are also available including single-family homes, attached homes and courtyard homes.
Who are the builders in Marley
Park?
Ashton Woods Homes, Element Homes, Engle Homes and Scott Communities are our builders for Phases 1 and II. Additional builders may be invited to join Marley Park in future phases.
Does Marley Park have custom home sites?
At this time, custom sites are not available and it is not yet determined if Marley Park will offer custom home sites in the future.
What Are The Price Ranges Within Marley Park?
Current base price for all floor plans and elevations start from the high $100’s. Please visit each builder sales office for their current pricing.
Will there be other homes in Marley Park like the Welcome Center?
The Welcome Center is of Craftsman style, one of seven architectural styles that are offered in Marley Park. At this time, we do not have a builder that is offering a floor plan and elevation identical to the Welcome Center. In the future, the Welcome Center will be sold as a private home.
Will all of the homes have wrap-around porches?
No, there are a variety of porch styles offered throughout the community. Some homes do not have front porches as it is not compatible with all plans and architectural elevations.
What is the property tax for the City of Surprise?
Slightly under 1%.
What are the lot sizes and square footage ranges for Marley Park Homes?
Phase I homes include:
Ashton Woods Homes:
Series Name: Bloomfield Series
Square Footage Range: 1757-2548 sq. ft.
Average Lot Size: 35 x 110 or 3,850 square feet
Element Homes:
Series Name: The Woodland Series at Marley Park
Square Footage Range: 2109-3414 sq. ft.
Average Lot Size: 65 x 120 or 7,800 square feet
Scott Communities:
Series Name: The Cedars at Marley Park
Square Footage Range: 1356-1987 sq. ft.
Average Lot Size: 45 x 120 or 5,400
Amenities, Services and Operations
Which neighborhoods will
be gated?
Marley Park is currently not planned to include any gated areas in the
community.
Will there be a golf course
at Marley Park?
Marley Park does not have a golf course within the parameters of the community. However, there are several public golf courses conveniently located nearby.
What amenities will be offered
in Marley Park?
Marley Park offers residents a variety of amenities, including a centrally located 45-acre public-use education and recreation parks complex that includes: Heritage Park, Marley Park Elementary School, as well as The Heritage Club, a series of unique neighborhood parks, the Arbor Walk, a community intranet and a neighborhood marketplace. Additional amenities include:
• 1,600-seat open-air amphitheater
• Lighted baseball and soccer fields
• Community rose garden
• Adventure play areas
• Community pool, opening in early 2008
What type of telecommunications
capabilities will be available at Marley Park?
Marley Park and Cox Communications have partnered to provide residents
with the latest programming with Cox’s Classic level of television
service and access to high-speed Internet.
What can I expect to pay
in association fees at Marley Park?
Current fees are $135.00 per month, which includes a $71 base assessment and $64 Telecommunity Fee. The Telecommunity Fee covers high-speed Internet access and cable television service through Cox Communications and are subject to change in accordance with the governance documents.
How much are the Community Life Team fees expected to increase and how soon?
Community Life Team dues are subject to increase; the increase limitations and frequency are outlined in the Marley Park governance documents. Please contact the Community Life Team if you have additional questions.
Will there be a pool at Marley Park? There will be a pool at Marley Park, available to residents and their guests. Please contact the Marley Park Community Life Team for more information.
Will there be a fitness center?
There is no fitness center scheduled at this time. Marley Park is designed as a pedestrian-friendly community, and the Arbor Walk can be used for walking, biking, or running, and the numerous neighborhood parks provide outdoor recreation spaces, as well. The residents’ Heritage Club will provide fitness classes.
Will there be intra-community sports leagues at Marley Park?
Yes, the Community Life Team plans to offer various sports and leagues, but the type and extent will ultimately be determined by the interest level and participation of community residents.
Can non-residents use the Heritage Club?
The Heritage Club is a residents only amenity and is not available to non-residents.
Who are the utility providers at Marley Park?
Southwest Gas, APS, Arizona American Water
Who will be maintaining the neighborhood tree-lined streets?
The trees are maintained by the Community Life Team. Throughout the neighborhoods, water for the trees is drawn from the homeowners’ water source. Maintenance of ground cover in front of homes is the responsibility of the homeowners.
What is a CFD?
A CFD is a Community Facilities District. The CFD is a city-approved bond with funds used for community infrastructure improvements. In the absence of a CFD, infrastructure improvements would be achieved through additional Community Life Team Fees. The CFD is assessed through the property tax, and is currently deductible for purposes of calculating federal and state income taxes.
The Marley Park CFD is not expected to exceed $3.30 per $100.00 of secondary assessed valuation of property, for as long as the bonds are outstanding. Please visit the Welcome Center for a copy of our CFD brochure.
Heritage Pool House
Will the Heritage Pool House be private to Marley Park residents?
Yes. The recreational
facility will be limited to residents and their guests.
How big will the pools be?
The play pool will be 83 feet long and 26 feet wide; the lap pool will
be 78 feet long and 20 feet wide.
What will be the depth of the pools?
The play pool will have a beachfront entry and will be
5 feet deep at its deepest point; the lap pool will be 5 feet deep at its deepest point.
Will the pools use a chlorination system or a salt water system?
The pools will both use a salt
water system.
Will the pools be heated?
Yes. Both pools will be heated and open year-round for residents and
their guests to enjoy.
What surface will surround the pools?
Cool decking will surround the pools.
Will the pools have a diving board, slide or waterfalls?
No. The pools will not have a diving
board, slide or waterfalls.
Will there be a water play area near the pools?
Yes. There will be a splash pad near the play pool.
Will there be a separate toddler pool?
No. There will not be a separate toddler pool.
Will there be shade?
Yes. Ample amounts of functional shade, both fixed and moveable will
be provided.
Will the Heritage Pool House have showers?
Yes. Exterior showers will be provided.
Will babies and toddlers need special diapers/water proof pants?
Yes. The Marley Park
Community Life Team is required to follow and post County guidelines.
What will the height be for the fence?
All fence heights will follow Maricopa County
pool guidelines.
What materials will be used for the fence?
All fence materials will follow Maricopa County
pool guidelines.
Will chaise lounges and pool chairs be available?
Yes. Chaise lounges and pool chairs will be available.
Will there be a lifeguard on duty?
No. The Marley Park Community Life Team will post rules and regulations
that meet state and local health and safety regulations.
Will towels be available?
No. Residents will need to bring towels.
Will cabanas be available?
No. Cabanas will not be available.
Will lockers be available?
No. Lockers will not be available.
Will food and beverages be available at the Heritage Pool House?
The Marley Park Community Life Team
will not provide food or beverages, but residents will be encouraged to bring their own items inside the pool
area. No glass containers will be allowed inside the pool area.
Will swim lessons be offered?
Should resident inquiries generate the demand for swim lessons, the Marley
Park Community Life Team will program accordingly.
If offered, will swim lessons be included in the Community Association fees?
No. Swim lessons will be
separate from Community Association fees.
Will the Heritage Pool House have a swim team and if so what ages?
There are very strict guidelines for
pools within Maricopa County. The County does not allow entities to have both a recreational pool and
competitive pool. The Marley Park Community Life Team will work with the City of Surprise for programming
in this area.
Will there be guest fees?
No, and at this time residents must accompany all guests.
Will the Heritage Pool House be open in the evening?
Exact hours of operation are unknown at this time.
Will the Heritage Pool House be available for private functions such as birthday parties?
In order for all
Marley Park residents to enjoy this new amenity, the pool will not be available for private rental at this time.
However, the Marley Park Community Life Team is exploring private rental of the multipurpose room.
For more information on the Heritage Pool House please contact the Marley Park Welcome Center at 623-466-8800.
The Parks and Arbor Walk
Will there be paths and trails
throughout the community?
Phases I and II offer pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined paths, otherwise known
as the Arbor Walk, that link the community’s unique parks and
neighborhoods.
When will the parks be ready
for use?
Phase I parks are complete and ready for use, Arbor Park, Desert Garden Park, Discovery Park, Founders Park, Heritage Park, Hourglass Park, Marley Park, Mosaic Park and Wisdom Park.
Phase II parks including, Bumblebee Park, Rose Garden Park, Starlight Park, Storybook Park, Strata Park and Veranda Park are planned for completion in late 2008 and early 2009.
What is featured in each
park?
Fifteen uniquely themed parks have been planned for Phases I and II. The parks, featuring open play areas, covered picnic areas, flower gardens and shade trees, are located within a few minutes walk from each home in Marley Park.
Is the Arbor Walk part of the sidewalk system or is it a separate path?
The Arbor Walk takes the place of standard sidewalks in the areas of the community where it is located. The Arbor Walk is a pedestrian-friendly path and trail system that is lined with Evergreen Elm trees.
How is Marley Park able to support all of its grass and trees in this desert region?
Marley Park is using a computerized system (Maxicom) to support and maintain the community’s landscape. The Maxicom System is the latest technology available in water management systems. It automatically calculates the daily water needs of each landscape area, adjusting the amount of water use based on conditions such as humidity and other factors. The system also alerts operators to breaks or leaks in irrigation lines. The water system allows Marley Park to use the minimum amount of water necessary to maintain landscaping, providing tremendous water conservation benefits. In addition, Marley Park utilizes non-potable water through the Maricopa Water District.
Are the Heritage Park field lights on timers or do they have specific times that they will be on?
The lights at Heritage Park follow the same field lighting schedule as other City of Surprise parks.
How will the neighborhood parks be kept private?
The only park that is promoted as public is Heritage Park. Like most other planned communities, the themed neighborhood parks will not be publicized outside of the community, nor will they be open to non-residents. With the availability of Heritage Park, we expect that non-residents will be respectful of private property within the community of Marley Park.
Education
Where is the nearest Elementary
school?
Marley Park Elementary School, a Dysart Unified School District K-8 grade
school is located at the heart of Marley Park, adjacent to Heritage Park.
What is the nearest High
School?
Valley Vista High School located north of Greenway on Parkview Place is the closest high school to Marley Park.
What is Marley Parks commitment
to education?
With a strong relationship with Dysart Unified School District, Marley
Park celebrates life long learning, emphasizing the arts, technology
and academic achievements.
