A 169-acre East Naples citrus grove won’t become 423 homes — or conservation land. After nine months of debate, Collier commissioners approved a luxury golf course, but only after the developer dropped 10 cottages and agreed to tighter restrictions.
Fairways Inn has welcomed guests in North Naples for 60 years, but it won’t be getting bigger. Collier commissioners rejected a 30-room expansion after neighbors raised concerns about commercial encroachment and officials questioned the property’s future under the Live Local Act.
Collier County wanted the rollback tax rate. Getting there came at Conservation Collier’s expense. Commissioners voted 3-2 to trim the land-preservation program’s tax collections by $5.5 million despite hours of opposition from residents and environmental groups.
Collier County budgeted nearly $100,000 for a campaign explaining its “sixth penny” tourist tax proposal. So far, its public meetings have drawn audiences ranging from zero to fewer than 10 — even as officials say confusion persists over who would actually pay it.
Collier County’s pandemic-era property surge has shifted into reverse. Preliminary figures show real estate market values declined 3.23% in 2026 as higher interest rates, increased inventory and greater buyer leverage cooled the market.
The nearly 40-year-old Naples Grande is undergoing the most extensive renovation in its history, with redesigned rooms, new dining concepts and upgraded amenities. When the landmark resort reopens Jan. 1, 2027, it will debut under Hilton’s Signia brand.
Market values for residential and commercial properties throughout Collier County dipped 3.23% from last year.
Collier County approved $1.22 million in emergency well work after significant fouling cut two deep-injection wells’ capacity from 20 million gallons per day to about 6 million, threatening a state compliance deadline.
A familiar budget fight is back in Collier County. Commissioners delayed a decision on pulling $5.7 million from Conservation Collier as they look for a way to hold down property taxes.
Collier Senior Center-Golden Gate hosts its 12th annual Transform Seniors’ Lives event on Nov. 10, aimed at bringing together community leaders and advocates to support older adults and caregivers across Collier County. The event is by invitation only and focuses on enriching seniors' lives.
