Morning beach walk sighting- Â I believe we saw a bald eagle on the beach at Stone Harbor Point.
One clue: it took flight while we were still blocks away. Â It looked too large to be a seagull- plus the gulls will let us almost trip over them- no fear of humans!
How cold is it? Â My Christmas cactus is seriously starting to bloom again!
Thankfully, temperatures closer to 60 degrees are forecasted for the next few days (subject to that chilly sea breeze of course).
The Delaney’s welcomed yet another baby boy to our family over the weekend.
Nan and Pop are caring for the 18 month old BIG brother until the new parents and baby are discharged.
I appreciate the patience of my customers until I return to my regular work (and sleep!) schedule 😊
Out of the wind…facing the sun…not too bad!
When I leave my house (or office) for a walk along the beach, I often think I’m over dressed.
Yet once the brisk spring “breeze” greets me at the path…I’m grateful for my winter coat, hat, and gloves!
Welcome back!
Businesses re-open and property owners return to the island to prepare for the season.
And although I am still wearing my winter jacket for morning beach walks, I’m spotting flip flops, shorts, and light sweatshirts on others 😎
Yes, complying with the regulations for the required annual rental license can be time consuming.
Yet the recent tragedy at a rental house in Mexico reinforces the need to ensure the safety of our guests.
Avalon and Stone Harbor inspect for fire and safety violations, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (detectors must be less than 10 years old).
All properties offered for rent (even privately) must be inspected and licensed every year.
In case you missed it:
The Borough of Avalon will create a new entertainment and recreation park at 29th Street and the beach.
The old skate board park is being dismantled today in advance of the construction.
Completion of Surfside Park is expected by May 2019.
For more details: Â Borough of Avalon post
Sunshine…and people!
The hibernating island wakes for spring 😎
The nor’easter caused some additional beach erosion, but not more significant than past winter storms.
In sections where the high tide reached the dunes, the access paths will need to be repaired for safe access. Â In other areas along the beach, the snow by the dunes sits undisturbed (the high tide line is the edge of the snow).
The streets are already clear, and we are looking forward to an improved weather cycle for the weekend!
P.S. Â For pictures of Avalon beaches, visit my Twitter page @anndelaneybeach Â
Bunks Beds in Rental Homes
The post prompted a few questions about what’s permitted under the rental license guidelines.
Bedroom occupancy is based on fire codes, and requires 50 square feet per person.
If a bedroom measures 100 square feet (a 10′ x 10′ room)- occupancy limit of 2
150 square feet – occupancy limit of 3
200 square feet- occupancy limit of 4
If you are thinking about changing beds in a particular room and/or adding bunk beds, make sure the dimensions will allow the additional sleeping spaces.
Also, be sure the beds do not obstruct the egress windows.