This is an update to the post from May 19th, 2023 that Sections 1 and 2 of our neighborhood were not included in the Delaware County Drainage Maintenance Program. Without inclusion in this program, homeowners and the HOA remain financially responsible for maintenance, repairs, and any damage caused by stormwater systems on their property.
This county program provides regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs to stormwater infrastructure. Section 3 of our neighborhood is already included due to a 1998 policy requiring new developments to join the program. Sections 1 and 2 were built before that policy change and therefore were never added. Section 3 homeowners currently pay a special assessment of approximately $50 on their property taxes to support the program.
The HOA believes adding Sections 1 and 2 is the best long‑term solution to protect our homes, property values, and neighborhood infrastructure, and to prevent unexpected, costly repairs falling solely on individual homeowners or the HOA.
On May 19, 2023, we filed a petition with the Delaware County Clerk’s office, including the required bond and homeowner signatures, to request that Sections 1 and 2 be added to the program.
Where We Are Now
Step 3 is in process. The Delaware County Commission is holding its Final Hearing on April 13th, 2026 to determine whether Sections 1 and 2 can be added to the Drainage Maintenance Program and to review the proposed assessment. As required, all homeowners were notified of this hearing via certified mail and have the opportunity to provide public comment.
What Happens Next
- If the County Commission approves the addition of Sections 1 and 2, the assessment will be added to homeowner property taxes.
- The county engineer’s office and Delaware County Soil & Water will then be authorized to complete any necessary improvements and begin annual inspections and maintenance.
- We will not know the amount of the annual assessment until the county completes its full inspection and valuation of the existing stormwater infrastructure.
The Soil & Water representative assisting us described the program as similar to placing our stormwater system under a public utility model—ensuring long‑term, professional oversight and maintenance. Other neighborhoods, including Wedgewood Place, have successfully completed this same process.
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