Oak Run resident raises water-intrusion concerns; board and staff note HOA responsibility for drain tiles

An Oak Run resident reported high moisture beneath her home's slab, buckling of master bedroom wood flooring and evidence of mold, and asked the River Ridge CDD to coordinate with the homeowners association and Pelican Sound interests to find a solution.

The resident, recorded in the minutes as Lynde Sorensen, said inspections found no plumbing or HVAC leak and that a floor warranty issue had been identified; a leak-detection specialist found very high moisture levels in the floor and concrete slab. A foundation specialist added sealant and recommended installing perimeter drain tiles and downspout extensions of about 5 to 10 feet to route water away from the unit.

Board and staff discussion noted that the drain tile installation is most likely an HOA responsibility. Chair Bob Schultz reiterated that drain tiles are generally an HOA matter while Mrs. Adams and staff said they would coordinate information and the resident said she had presented the issue to the HOA and Mr. Rich Batterbury and hoped the CDD and homeowners could work together on an innovative approach.

District Engineer Charlie Krebs observed that the area in question was originally part of an indigenous preserve and was recently rezoned as Club land, so drainage was not originally installed as part of the district's water-management system. The minutes record no final, board-directed remedial action at the meeting; follow-up will depend on HOA interest and specific easement or drainage work brought back to the board for approval.

The resident asked for assistance getting underground downspouts extended and drain tiles installed; staff and consultants identified potential next steps but did not commit CDD funding during the meeting.