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Resident reports slab moisture and ponding; CDD approves drainage easement, NPDES filing update and storm clean-up
Summary
A resident reported water intrusion under her slab linked to ponding; the Board approved a Grant of Easement for drainage (PSGRC to RRCDD), received an NPDES annual report update to file with FDEP by Nov. 1, and approved emergency street sweeping for storm cleanup at $1,475.
Oak Run resident Lynda Sorensen told the River Ridge CDD that water intrusion under her home’s slab caused buckling of wood flooring, moisture and mold. She said inspections showed no plumbing or HVAC leaks; a floor warranty issue and high moisture readings were found. A foundation specialist recommended perimeter drain tiles and 5‑ to 10‑foot downspout extensions; Ms. Sorensen asked the CDD and the HOA to coordinate solutions to address ponding behind her unit at 27123 Sound Way.
Board members and staff discussed whether the drain tiles are an HOA responsibility; Mrs. Adams and Chair Schultz said drain tiles typically fall to the HOA while the CDD may be able to address external ponding in some circumstances. Charlie Krebs noted the drainage was not installed originally because the location was an indigenous preserve and later rezoned as Club land, and that the area is not currently part of the water management system.
On operational and regulatory items, the Board approved a proposed Grant of Easement for drainage from PSGRC to RRCDD on a motion by Mr. Blumenthal, seconded by Mr. Schultz. Mr. Zordan reported that the Lee County NPDES Permit FLS000035‑004 Cycle 4 Year 7 Annual Report has been filed with Lee County and will be submitted to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) before the Nov. 1, 2024 deadline; staff will continue Year 8 requirements until the new permit issues.
For storm cleanup, the Board ratified emergency authorization for Precision Cleaning, Inc. to perform street sweeping; the vendor completed eight passes and the Board approved a one‑time payment of $1,475 and authorized staff to add week‑to‑week cleanings for up to a month if necessary.
Why it matters: The resident’s reported structural damage and high moisture readings raise property and health concerns; the Board’s grant of drainage easement and storm cleanup approvals are immediate operational responses while permitting and continued monitoring may affect longer‑term fixes.
Next steps: Staff will coordinate with the HOA and contractors on drainage fixes, review sketches and legal descriptions for future easements, and continue permit‑related water sampling and reporting as NPDES requirements evolve.
