After the collapse of the E building this weekend - There needs to be an investigation on the structural integrity of the the Stacks aka the Fulton Cotton Mill Lofts. It would not surprise me at all if Aderhold properties was guilty of bribing inspectors or other fraud. After living there for a year - it was more then evident that this property was assembled by cutting every corner possible and the management and maintenance there was a joke at best. I've also noticed that they're pulling their reviews from all the apartment rating sites (probably by threatening litigation - as they did with their tenants who posted). Anyway - they look pretty guilty right now.

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From: Anonymous	Date: 03/20/2008
While I was living there I saw several occasions where they left threatening postings to the residents over very silly things, ie: groups talking bad about the community, leaving up Christmas lights too long and feeding stray cats to name a few. They always threatened litigation. Instead of talking and working with residents they would immediately lash out knowing that there would be no repercussions for their actions.
From: happyowner2007	Date: 03/20/2008
You know, Aderhold should sue YOU, "Mr. Anonymous" -- for libel. First of all, you failed to mention that the reason Buliding E of The Stacks partially collapsed on the inside because it was hit HEAD ON by last week's downtown Atlanta tornado. Secondly, I have a couple of questions for you. "It would not surprise me at all if Aderhold properties was guilty of bribing inspectors or other fraud" -- really? "this property was assembled by cutting every corner possible" -- really? I assume, you are a structural engineer by trade, to make a statement like that? So, all the people who bought lofts at The Stacks (that's close to 200 families, so far -- and growing) must have bribed their home inspectors, too? Otherwise, if "every possible corner was cut," how were they able to pass their pre-purchase home inspections? Oh my, do you also think that maybe the mortgage lenders -- who hired third-party firms to appraise those lofts before financing them, because banks ain't dumb -- were involved in this massive fraud, too? It's SO easy to post rash, irrespinsible -- stupid, really -- comments like that. Shame on you.
From: miseryfcm	Date: 03/21/2008
This place is cursed! After the fire in the H bldg now this. Anywho I lived in the H bldg. for two years. During that two year period bldg H had a gas leak for 4 days. they shut off the Gas until repais could be done ... but said nothing of making residents whole by crediting their gas bill etc ... That is until I mentioned it to mgt. that it might be the right thing to do. they stepped up to the plate in this one instance, but all other they reaked. TOOOOOOOO Many identity theft at mailboxes, pitbull attacks, poor maintenace and dod ---- everywhere. I suggest another tornado go blown aderhold in the dumpest by the h bldg. You reap what you sow Mr.Aderhold.
From: Anonymous	Date: 03/23/2008
Yes, an investigation is needed. I'm glad somebody posted this. We lived in the H building a couple of years ago, and even at that time, the tenant in the floor below us had a wall that kept caving in, a wall we shared above her! We questioned the construction back then. And as for "happy owner" above, he doesn't sound very happy, does he? Buyer's remorse, perhaps? He sounds more like one of those litigious Aderhold managers--they do like to intimidate people.
From: Damn_storm	Date: 03/27/2008
I fully agree that an investigation is needed. BUT everything I own is in Building C. I am on the ground floor. I have been back once to get clothes. I got enough to last only about 3 days. The rest of my items are still there. I heard whispers of condiment of the building. I Have been displaced from my home since the storm, thus incurred additional expenses for shelter food and clothes. I would think that the management would compensate for the loses the family's have had to deal with. And if the building is condemned then items still remaining in the building should be replaced. I love my loft, and the mill. This is my first solo apartment and I miss it. I would love to be able to go back and feel safe there. If they can promise that then I am still a resident of the stacks. If not then I expect my deposit to be refunded and my lease void.
From: Anonymous	Date: 03/28/2008
In response to happyowner2007- You definitely must be new to the Cotton Mill. In time you will see the flaws. I have lived there for about 5 years (H, F and C blding) and each building has structural problems. The H and A buildings are by far the most stable structures. My unit in F settled every few months causing my door to not lock properly. The Mill is notorious for cutting corners and honestly I only stayed because rent was considerable cheaper than other loft properties in the city. After the storm the leasing office told me we might not received our deposits back, and although they have changed their tune, management is hesistant to put anything in writing. My property is also in C and I have been displaced for weeks now (at my own expense). Some of the leasing staff have not shown compassion and the entire staff is unable to provide detailed information. I never realized how dissatisfied I was with management until I started searching for other apts/lofts and experienced how accommodating those properties were.
From: Anonymous	Date: 04/07/2008
By the way, the original comment says "there should be an investigation" What are you waiting for? Further, " they look pretty guilty right now." of what? Come on, let's see some real statements with proof attached.
From: Anonymous	Date: 05/15/2008
The furniture in my unit in the H building was regularly covered with "concrete particles" from the unit above me. It appears that the concrete floors in all the units were poured right on top of the floorboards of the original factory floor with no barrier or any attempt to keep the concrete from cracking. I never saw the floor above me but based on the amount of concrete that came through the floor boards from above there had to be several cracks to generate that amount of debris. Wooden floorboards flex and move while concrete is not supposed to. That's why they generally put down a substrate layer when installing any kind of tile or concrete that was obviously skipped due to the concrete coming through the floorboards. It's really a shame Adderhold properties owns this property and has such a "slumlord" attitude towards the tennants. If it had been done "right" the views alone are mind blowing. I loved my unit and the views but when I moved into my house I realized the quiet and privacy I had been missing. As for the construction quality just take a look at the lofts themselves. Cheap white particle board cabinets with the cheapest bottom of the line appliances and fixtures. They even went with cheap EXTERIOR fixtures inside the loft for wall lamps. Those "cute" railroad style fixtures are about $1.99 at home depot and are designed for exterior use. If they went cheap with the stuff you can see what do you think are under the walls and floors?
From: kobidaisy	Date: 05/26/2009
I have just two words to say to all of you: Renter's insurance! No apartment community is going to pay for your belongings nor your living expenses if anything happens to your apartment. Aderhold Properties' insurance only covers the "dwelling", meaning if something happens their insurance is only going to pay for damage to the building. In fact, if you will pull out your lease and read it, you will see that it clearly states that they are not responsible for your personal property and that you must maintain renter's insurance of your own in order to have any coverage on your property. As far as being sympathetic, I'm pretty sure Aderhold called in several of their employees on their days off to come help out at the Cotton Mill. They came to help remove debri and to help the residents find a place to stay. I also recall that they had eRenterPlan insurance out there the very next day helping with the claims and payment process for the residents who were smart enough to have the insurance. So... my advice to you is: if you think that the community is so unsafe and horrible A. you need to sign yourself up for renter's insurance and B. look for somewhere else to lease when your lease is up.

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