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Category: Avalon, New Jersey- News
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Vacation Rentals and Other Updates
As of June 15th:
1) The public may enter non-essential businesses and shops (with social distancing and other safety practices in place).
2) Outdoor dining at restaurants will be permitted.
The beaches are fully open, and our business community and restaurants are resiliently adapting to the new regulations.
However, this does not mean the end of rental cancellations for upcoming summer weeks.
The reasons for cancellations vary: Â job loss, health issues, concerns about occupying a stranger’s home, and/or the worry of sharing space with extended family after months of social distancing. Â The decision is not made lightly. Â As the rental time period approaches, families discuss and come to the conclusion that makes sense for their situation.
Rental property owners know that we will address each cancellation request on a case by case basis.
Thankfully, the strong demand for new reservations continues. Â We are working everyday to re-book the open weeks so that both owners and tenants are satisfied.
As I said last month, it will be a bumpy summer!
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What’s Open?
Local update:
Island hotels and motels are permitted to welcome overnight guests. Â Capacity is restricted to 60% occupancy until June 22nd. Â Pools and restaurants at the hotels are not open.
Area restaurants are preparing for outdoor dining. Â Once authorized, we will see tables and chairs in unique settings in order to accommodate the demand.
Retails shops are still restricted to “curbside” Â business, yet the municipality will work with the shops to display items outside (similar to a sidewalk sale) starting June 1st.
Real estate offices remain closed to the public. Â Agents are transitioning back to their offices, and rental check in day will be handled curbside (actually more convenient for the tenants!)
Take out options are varied, and now include cocktails. Â Check out the food truck next to the Windrift!
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Summer Plans
With guidence from our local officials, we are once again able to process vacation rental leases for the summer.
We have a variety of options available starting in June.
For more details, visit our website: Tim Kerr Sotheby’s International Realty
I am familiar with the properties and happy to help finalize your plans.
ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com
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Update on Vacation Rentals
Notice from the Mayor of Avalon NJ:
 Seasonal rentals may begin as early as Monday, May 11th for individuals who wish to spend the entire summer in one location, to vacation or work for the summer. This schedule is consistent with the advice from health professionals to stay in one domicile. The schedule also allows both transient rentals of less than 30 days, and hotel/motel rentals of a maximum occupancy of 60%, to begin on June 1st, and full motel/hotel occupancy allowable on June 22nd.
For the full letter, click HERE
I am expecting Stone Harbor to follow similar guidelines. Will post when official.
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Looking Forward…
This quote posted on Twitter from novelist Connie Schultz says it all:
“Today is Wednesday. We are living in a time of dreams deferred, but not extinguished. This is not our forevermore. Let’s take care of ourselves and cheer for one another. And right now, let’s breathe.”
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Beach Tag Booth- Avalon
5/7/20- Update – due to the extension of the Governor’s directive, the beach tag booth will not open this weekend. The Mayor of Avalon stated that the preseason discount rate will be extended through the month of June.
The beach tag booth at 30th Street in Avalon (adjacent to the Community Hall) will be open weekends starting this Saturday.
Seasonal tags cost $25 each.
More informations from the Borough of Avalon web site:Â Â Letter from Avalon Mayor regarding Beach Tags
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Seven Mile Miles
We have completely covered ALL of the Avalon and Stone Harbor quadrants during our daily “quarantine walks”.
So this morning, we ventured over to Sea Isle City.
Obviously we aren’t the only dedicated walkers looking for a change of scenery- we waived to a fellow Stone Harbor resident on Landis Avenue!
Fascinating to see the different neighborhoods up close, and of course, the awesome water views 😎
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Service With A Smile (behind a mask)
I wonder if some of the conveniences offered by local businesses can remain in place after the crisis?
For instance, I returned Comcast equipment the other day on behalf of a property owner- and wow, what an easy process (compared to past experiences).
And how about: take out food delivered to the back of your car, streamlined drop off for car service at the dealership, and CVS mailing prescriptions?
Social distancing guidelines will require changes to the way our office does business, too. And in the process, we hope to make the rental check in routine more efficient.
Change is hard. But change can also help us to improve. That’s the goal.
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Best Guess?
Property owners and summer tenants are asking for my thoughts on this summer.
Of course I don’t know…but I will share my current expectations:
1) The local municipalities will want to avoid a mad rush to the shore, therefore, Memorial Day weekend will have to be low key.
2) The mayors are working together on a limited opening of the beaches in May (exercise and fishing only)- possibly for specific hours of the day.
3) Second homeowners will be officially welcomed back, yet the ban on short term rentals and hotel guests is likely to extend until after Memorial Day weekend. This will allow for a “soft” opening.
4) Restaurants are requesting flexibility with towns regarding outside seating.
5) When beaches fully open, social distancing requirements will be expected.
