Development / Community Planning Articles

The Economic and Social Impact of Workforce Housing Shortages Part 3

The lack of affordable workforce housing in southern Lee County has significantly impacted our local economy and social fabric. Businesses feel the strain, community services are stretched thin, and residents face decreased quality of life. We must address this...
Estero’s May & June Commercial Permits Accelerate

Estero’s May & June Commercial Permits Accelerate

In May and June of 2018, the value of Estero’s commercial permits totaled $18,494,797. This more than doubled the total commercial investment in the first four months of the year.  Major investments included: $9.6 million at Pelican Sound to remodel the clubhouse and...

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Estero Parkway Improvement Survey

Estero Parkway Improvement Survey

We Need Your Opinion about How the Village Should Improve Estero Parkway What's at Stake: The Village Council will be deciding on improvements to Estero Parkway in June What you can do: Read the comparative analysis and complete the survey, which the ECCL will present...

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Estero’s Single-Family Home Sales in First Four Months Up 6%

Estero’s Single-Family Home Sales in First Four Months Up 6%

Estero single family home sales in the first four months of 2018 increased 6% from the first four months of 2017, which itself was a record year. Sales surged in April with 73 closings, making this April the best April since the ECCL began tracking sales in 2010. And,...

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Commissioner Kiker speaks to Corkscrew Shores residents

Commissioner Kiker speaks to Corkscrew Shores residents

On March 26th Commissioner Kiker visited the Corkscrew Shores gated community to speak on plans for Corkscrew Road. Commissioner Kiker acknowledged the concerns residents have for worsening traffic, both cars and trucks on Corkscrew Road. Commissioner Kiker assured...

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County launches Corkscrew Road Improvement Study webpage

County launches Corkscrew Road Improvement Study webpage

Lee County has posted a page on their website that covers information regarding the Corkscrew Road Improvement Study at: https://www.leegov.com/corkscrew It provides a great deal of information, including: Interactive map of the affected area A sign-up for email...

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Development Review Summary February 2018

Development Review Summary February 2018

A hotel is being proposed at Miromar Outlets, and an apartment complex may be coming to the Coconut Point area. Two senior living communities also are making their way through the development process. In 2017, the Planning & Zoning Board (PZB) heavily focused on...

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