Lee County Community Development is responsible for overseeing Planning, Zoning, Development Services, Permitting, Plan Review, Inspections, Contractor Licensing, & Code Enforcement for unincorporated areas of Lee County.
Lee Plan Future Land Use Element & Supporting Land Development Code (LDC) Updates
On April 1, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners directed staff to amend the Lee PLan and LDC to increase efficiency, reduce unnecessary regulations, while maintaining the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and meeting State requirements. The proposed amendments do not change the future land use category designation or zoning classification on any property and do not increase allowable densities and intensities within Lee County. A public information meeting was held on August 25, 2026. At the meeting a presentation was provided and attendees had the opportunity to submit written questions. Answers to questions provided will be posted soon.
Use the following link to view the presentation slides:  Public Information Meeting (August 25, 2026).pdf
Use the following links to view the amendments:
What's next? The Lee County Local Planning Agency will consider the amendments at their meeting on August 31, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Chambers at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Street, Fort Myers. View the meeting agenda and packet.
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Permits are required for renovations, remodels, additions
and any repairs related to storms, floods or any other damaging event.
To remain in compliance with FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), properties within the flood zone require an additional layer of review and documentation before repairs can proceed.
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Lee County Community Development provides services for the unincorporated areas of Lee County. Please contact the incorporated areas of Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Estero, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach or Sanibel for similar services within those jurisdictions.