The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) placed a lien on the Oaks on Bandera Apartments due to unpaid debts exceeding $93,000.
The complex, located on the Northwest Side, failed to settle dues across three service lines, prompting the action. Ownership belongs to Eddleton Family Investments LLC.
SAWS spokesperson Anne Hayden confirmed the lien was chosen to avoid service disconnection.
City records show the debt accumulated over several months. Charges cover water and sewer services. The complex, housing many residents, faces potential challenges from the lien.
SAWS emphasized its commitment to fairness for all ratepayers. The utility stated unresolved debts could raise rates for other customers. The lien is necessary to protect financial stability and service reliability.
Oaks on Bandera management has yet to issue a statement. It is unclear how the property plans to address the debt or resolve the situation with SAWS.
The financial standoff at Oaks on Bandera illustrates municipal utility governance challenges. As SAWS manages debt recovery, the implications for the complex and residents remain significant.
