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Oak Run resident reports under-slab moisture; board says drain tiles likely HOA responsibility
Summary
An Oak Run resident told the River Ridge CDD about moisture and mold beneath her floor after heavy rainfall; inspectors found no plumbing or HVAC leak and a foundation specialist recommended perimeter drain tiles and downspout extensions, but board staff said drain tiles are likely the HOA's responsibility.
At the Oct. 22 River Ridge Community Development District meeting, Oak Run resident Lynda Sorensen described water intrusion that caused buckling of master-bedroom flooring and moisture and mold under the concrete slab at her home. She said inspections found no plumbing or HVAC leak and a leak-detection specialist reported very high moisture levels in the slab.
Sorensen said rainfall had increased significantly and that she observed ponded water at the back of her unit at 27123 Sound Way. A foundation specialist added sealant and recommended installing perimeter drain tiles and downspout extensions measuring 5 to 10 feet to move roof runoff farther from the structure. Sorensen asked the CDD and her HOA to coordinate a solution.
Chair Bob Schultz said ponding water “might be able to be addressed by River Ridge but the drain tiles are most likely a neighborhood issue.” Mrs. Adams said drain tiles are an HOA matter, and District Engineer Charlie Krebs noted that the area had originally been protected as preserve land and was not included in the water-management system when constructed. No formal remedial action or funding was authorized by the CDD at the meeting.
Sorensen said she appreciated the opportunity to inform the board and asked the CDD, HOA and the golf course to seek innovative solutions to assist homeowners affected by the ponding.
