- FL
- Lee County
- 9/3/24
- 09/03/2024
- 258 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency (LPA) convened to review several development proposals, with discussions heavily focused on height regulations, rezoning requests, and community impact. The most contentious topic was the proposed height deviations for a project at Estero Island Beach Club, which sparked considerable debate among board members and residents.
- FL
- Lee County
- 8/23/24
- 08/23/2024
- 172 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting of the Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency (LPA), members denied a significant variance request for a property on Pearl Street, prompting a discussion on lot coverage, setbacks, and the complexities of adhering to current zoning regulations. The denial decision, which followed a series of debates and public comments, highlighted the challenges faced by property owners in balancing development aspirations with regulatory compliance and community concerns.
- FL
- Lee County
- 6/11/24
- 06/11/2024
- 272 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency meeting, discussions centered on the future of the iconic Cottage Shuckers site. This site, originally a casino built in 1921 and later transformed into a popular restaurant and bar, is being proposed for redevelopment into a beach venue with enhanced facilities. The applicant’s representative presented a request for five variances including adjustments to building placement, height, parking, and entrance location, to accommodate changes mandated by FEMA regulations and to rebuild the beloved beach venue. This redevelopment project was a focal point of the meeting as it not only symbolizes a piece of the town’s history but also raises important questions about compliance with current zoning and environmental regulations.
- FL
- Lee County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 255 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency (LPA) tackled a series of development projects that stirred in-depth discussions on the impact of these developments on parking, community benefits, and adherence to the town’s comprehensive plan and land development code. Among the most issues were variance requests for properties on Estero Boulevard and a proposed mixed-use development project on School Street and Estero Boulevard that raised concerns about parking adequacy and the project’s alignment with community needs.
- FL
- Lee County
- 4/30/24
- 04/30/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency approved several variances and special exceptions for property developments, and engaged in a thorough discussion about amendments to the town’s comprehensive plan. The meeting addressed concerns including property development following hurricane damage, the reconstruction of facilities at local resorts, and the town’s infrastructure and service standards.