Roofing in Dreamland Villa
Dreamland Villa opened in 1959 as one of Arizona's first retirement communities. It has Mesa addresses but sits on unincorporated Maricopa County land, which matters when it is time for a new roof.
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The short answer
Integrity Roofing repairs and replaces shingle and flat roofs in Dreamland Villa, the 55+ community in ZIP 85205. Dreamland Villa is an unincorporated Maricopa County island surrounded by Mesa, so roofing permits may go through the county rather than the City of Mesa; homeowners should confirm with Maricopa County before work begins.
Dreamland Villa at a glance
- Location
- Unincorporated county island in east-central Mesa; first section near Main St and 54th St
- Homes built
- Opened January 1959; later sections built into the early 1970s (a verified listing is from 1965)
- Builders
- Joe and Ross Farnsworth (Farnsworth Construction Co.)
- Community
- 55+ retirement community, one of Arizona's first; voluntary community club, not a mandatory HOA
- ZIP code
- 85205
- Common roofs
- Composition shingle confirmed on a 1965 home
Unincorporated Maricopa County island surrounded by Mesa, with Mesa addresses. Roofing permits may go through the county; confirm before work starts.
A Mesa address on county land
Dreamland Villa is not inside Mesa city limits. It is an unincorporated island of Maricopa County surrounded by Mesa, and homes use Mesa mailing addresses in ZIP 85205. Most of the time residents never notice the difference.
Roofing can be one of the exceptions. Because the land is under county jurisdiction, building permits for roof work may be handled by Maricopa County rather than the City of Mesa. Please confirm the current requirements with the county before a project begins, and ask any roofer you talk to how they plan to handle it.
Arizona retirement history
Ground was broken in 1958 and Dreamland Villa opened in January 1959, developed by Joe and Ross Farnsworth of Farnsworth Construction Co. The first section covered 200 acres near Main Street and 54th Street. Later sections continued into the early 1970s, and the community grew to 18 sections and more than 5,000 residents.
The Dreamland Villa Community Club, at 320 N 55th Pl, is voluntary. Members enjoy Read Hall, Farnsworth Hall, swimming pools, a Desert Nature Walk and a Memory Brick Garden.
Roofs on 1960s ranch homes
A verified Dreamland Villa home from 1965 has a composition roof. Ranch homes of this era commonly pair a low-pitch shingle roof with flat or low-slope sections over carports, patios and Arizona rooms added later.
After 60-plus years, these homes have been reroofed several times. Watch for multiple shingle layers, tired decking and patched-together flat sections. Our shingle page and flat roofing page explain the common fixes.
- Shingles curling or losing granules
- Flat sections with cracks, blisters or ponding
- Leaks where a carport or Arizona room joins the house
- Soft spots that suggest damaged decking
No mandatory HOA
The community club is voluntary, and the research we found shows no mandatory HOA roof rules. That means homeowners can usually pick roofing material and color without association approval.
It also means nobody else is tracking your roof's age. Keep your own record of when the roof was last replaced or coated, and plan for a roof inspection every few years.
Making roof decisions as a 55+ homeowner
Many Dreamland Villa residents like to include family in a roofing decision. We are happy to walk the property with you and anyone you want there, or to explain our findings to family by phone.
You will get a written estimate that spells out the work. If you are weighing cost, the Roofing Cost Guide explains what drives price, and financing is available on request during your estimate.
Older roofs and summer storms
Monsoon season, June 15–September 30, is hardest on older roofs. Brittle shingles blow loose and flat sections over carports pond after a downpour.
If a storm leaves debris on the roof or a new stain on the ceiling, call for a look before the next one. Our damaged roof page explains what to photograph first.
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Frequently asked questions
Still have a question? Call the office at 602-548-3770, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
Is Dreamland Villa part of the City of Mesa?
No. It is an unincorporated Maricopa County island surrounded by Mesa. Homes have Mesa mailing addresses in ZIP 85205, but the land is under county jurisdiction.
Who issues roofing permits in Dreamland Villa?
Because it is county land, roofing permits may go through Maricopa County rather than the City of Mesa. Confirm current requirements with the county before work begins.
How old are homes in Dreamland Villa?
The community opened in January 1959, with later sections built into the early 1970s. A verified listing dates to 1965.
What roofs do Dreamland Villa homes usually have?
A verified 1965 home has a composition shingle roof. Ranch homes of the era often also have flat or low-slope roofs over carports, patios and additions.
Does Dreamland Villa have HOA rules for roofs?
The Dreamland Villa Community Club is voluntary, not a mandatory HOA, and we found no HOA roof rules. Check your own deed if you are unsure.
Is Dreamland Villa a 55+ community?
Yes. It is one of Arizona's first retirement communities, and county senior zoning there dates to 1979.
Should old shingle layers be torn off?
On a home this old, a full tear-off is usually best. It removes extra weight and lets the crew inspect and repair the decking underneath.
Can family members be part of the estimate?
Yes. We are glad to meet with you and your family at the house or to go over findings with them by phone.
How do I reach Integrity Roofing from Dreamland Villa?
Ring our Gilbert office at 602-548-3770 on weekdays from 7 am to 5 pm, and if we don't answer, leave a message and we'll return your call within 24 hours.
Let's take a look at your roof.
Call the office at 602-548-3770 to schedule an estimate, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. If we don't answer, leave a message and we'll return your call within 24 hours.