In 1999 and 2000, the second phase of the development was begun, but the developers built the septic and water systems in violation of Health Department regulations and the approvals it issued for the project. As a result, sewage has been backing up into homes. Drinking water wells were built too close to septic systems. Sink holes have appeared in several yards and septic water is backing up into the washing machine in at least one home. Raw sewage is pooling in yards, attracting swarms of mosquitoes and creating a public health threat.
Foul odors prevent some homeowners from enjoying their yards and decks in warm weather.
Three streams run through Woodland Manor and could become polluted as a result of the persistent septic system failures there. Contamination in the water could include E.coli and Salmonella pathogens, both of which can cause severe and fatal effects in humans. The situation has caused significant strain in the community and led to homeowner protests. In November 2000, the Health Department requested that Donangelo, Inc. repair or replace the defective septic and drinking water systems. But other than digging up yards, the work has not advanced and the problems persist.