​AGENDA

1.  Call to Order / Review of Affidavit of Publication / Approval of the October 9, 2023 minutes.

2.    Public Hearing on Affordable Housing Incentive Review Report

 Below is the list of the incentives for consideration per FS 420.9076(4); the recommendation for each incentive is to approve.

1. The processing of approvals of development orders or permits for affordable housing projects is expedited to a greater degree than other projects, as provided in s. 163.3177(6)(f)3.
2. All allowable fee waivers provided for the development or construction of affordable housing.
3. The allowance of flexibility in densities for affordable housing.
4. The reservation of infrastructure capacity for housing for very-low-income persons, low-income persons, and moderate-income persons.
5. Affordable accessory residential units.
6. The reduction of parking and setback requirements for affordable housing.
7. The allowance of flexible lot configurations, including zero-lot-line configurations for affordable housing.
8. The modification of street requirements for affordable housing.
9. The establishment of a process by which a local government considers, before adoption, policies, procedures, ordinances, regulations, or plan provisions that increase the cost of housing.
10. The preparation of a printed inventory of locally owned public lands suitable for affordable housing.
11. The support of development near transportation hubs and major employment centers and mixed-use developments.

3.       Adjournment

 To obtain a copy of the Affordable Housing Incentive Report contact the Lee County Admin Section at 1500 Monroe St., Ft Myers FL 33901 Tel 239-533-8949 or ttoussaint@leegov.com 

The meeting agenda is available online: https://www.leegov.com/dcd/events

Any person appealing a decision made at this hearing must ensure a record of the proceedings is made. 

For more information, contact Tracy Toussaint (239) 533-8949 or ttoussaint@leegov.com .

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Lee County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in its services, programs, or activities. To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a reasonable modification to participate, contact Raphaela Morais-Peroba, 239-533-8782, ADArequests@leegov.comor Florida Relay Service 711. Accommodation will be provided at no cost to the requestor. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance.