WDW Permits Part 3

[Buzz2001]

Thanks for the updates!

 

[Tom]

Thanks for the updates!

Thanks for reading!

 

[Tom]

5/10 Update

Several filed today - all but one by Buena Vista Construction (aka Disney), so very vague and no maps.

Lots of electrical work at the MK - must be internal upgrades since they're being done by Disney.

Also, electrical work at ToT - perhaps a little reprogramming by WDI?

Treehouse Villas having a little work done, and misc electrical and carpentry work elsewhere on property.

 

[cinderellafan6]

These updates are great! I love seeing all the little quirks going into all that makes Disney the best!!!:sohappy:

 

[Tom]

05/11/10 Update

In case anyone doesn't know where the Disney Reservation Center is (I didn't until tonight), it's at 7100 Municipal Drive, Orlando, FL 32819.

They filed permits to work on the water coolers there :shrug:

 

[SeaCastle]

Work filed yesterday for a "Future World Wayfinding Signs Package". Hopefully we get some new retro signage.

 

[twilight mitsuk]

replacing the HISTA signs with captain EO signs?

 

[Tom]

replacing the HISTA signs with captain EO signs?

Excellent call! Hadn't even thought of that. I bet that's it.

 

[SeaCastle]

The permit listed three diffeent addresses for the new signage. When I turn on my computer next I'll check my Epcot street address index and see which buildings they are.

 

[Tom]

The permit listed three diffeent addresses for the new signage. When I turn on my computer next I'll check my Epcot street address index and see which buildings they are.

I would love to see that "index". Epcot street addresses are so elusive!

 

[Master Yoda]

I would love to see that "index". Epcot street addresses are so elusive!

You speak the truth.

 

[SeaCastle]

I would love to see that "index". Epcot street addresses are so elusive!

It is an unoffiicial list I compiled myself while sifting through hundreds of permits, and there are some contradictions. I have a similar list for the Magic Kingdom as well.

 

[Tom]

05/14/10 Update

They're not wasting any time....

They filed a permit today for setting up the WDI & Contractor trailers for the Animation hotel construction.

 

[wm49rs]

They're not wasting any time....

They filed a permit today for setting up the WDI & Contractor trailers for the Animation hotel construction.

Wow, they are anxious to get started.....

 

[twilight mitsuk]

Excellent call! Hadn't even thought of that. I bet that's it.

any more captain EO permits yet?

 

[Tom]

any more captain EO permits yet?

Nothing this week. Of course, if all they're doing is changing out the video and audio, there may be no need to actually file a permit.

 

[twilight mitsuk]

of course there is chaing the main entrance sign and removing some imagination insitute stuff

 

[Tom]

of course there is chaing the main entrance sign and removing some imagination insitute stuff

True dat.

I guess we'll keep our eyes peeled.

 

[RSoxNo1]

What are the occupancy rates like for the hotels? Is there a demand for these types of suites?

 

[Tom]

What are the occupancy rates like for the hotels? Is there a demand for these types of suites?

More and more families seem to have 5 or 6 members. Currently, 2 adults with 3 children can either stay at a Family Suite at All-Star Music, or get a standard room at Riverside with a Trundle Bed.

Of course, they can always pay top dollar for a Deluxe room that accommodates more than 4 people, but most families of 5 or 6 can barely afford to go at all.

So, yes, this resort will definitely fill up. They're going to be able to accommodate groups that have been staying off property (buying 2 rooms at the Holiday Inn for less than 2 rooms at an All-Star Resort), and allow them to book later than a year in advance, which is sometimes what it requires to get one of the few Family Suites at Music.