Oak Run resident tells River Ridge CDD of water intrusion under slab, seeks HOA/CDD coordination

Oak Run resident Lynda Sorensen addressed the River Ridge Community Development District on Oct. 22, reporting water intrusion under her home’s slab that has led to buckled master bedroom flooring, high moisture readings and mold.

Sorensen said inspections ruled out plumbing and HVAC failures and that a foundation specialist concluded the issue was not an under‑slab leak but high ground moisture. The specialist recommended installing drain tiles around the unit perimeter and extending downspouts 5 to 10 feet; Sorensen told the board she needs assistance getting downspouts farther from the home and installing the recommended drain tiles.

District Engineer Charlie Krebs and Operations Manager Shane Willis discussed drainage mapping and zoning history near her unit (27123 Sound Way), noting the location had been preserved under earlier zoning and later became Club land and therefore is not part of the water management system. Mrs. Adams and Mr. Schultz clarified that drain tiles are typically an HOA responsibility, while ponding and stormwater issues could involve the CDD depending on location and infrastructure.

Sorensen said she presented the matter to her HOA and hopes the CDD and HOA can "come up with something innovative" to help the neighborhood. The board did not direct immediate remedial work during the meeting; staff and counsel discussed next steps and agreed to provide information to the HOA and homeowner about options and any assistance the district can offer.

The resident’s complaint remains unresolved pending further coordination between the homeowner, the HOA and district staff and engineering.