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Fort Myers Beach’s Local Planning Agency voted 6-0 against a proposed DiamondHead Beach Resort expansion that would add 57 hotel rooms, commercial space, parking and new amenities.
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Fort Myers is set to establish a 46-acre park and preserve on land formerly zoned for commercial use by Lee County, aiming to protect natural wetlands and upland areas. The city recently annexed 15.36 acres adjoining 30.83 acres already owned, shifting zoning toward recreational use.
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Charlotte County commissioners opted against developing data center regulations for now, citing concerns about water consumption, noise and infrastructure demands while existing county policies continue to prohibit the facilities.
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The Collier County Planning Commission voted 6-0 against a proposal to expand Fairways Inn in Palm River Estates. Residents cited traffic, code violations and public safety concerns, while county staff had recommended approval.
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Fort Myers approved a 279-unit apartment complex in East Fort Myers, rezoning a long-vacant site and allowing higher density as officials push for multifamily development near Palm Beach Boulevard.
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In the proposed changes, the Community Development Director could consider deviations allowing limited outdoor storage on up to 65% of a property and permitting it in the property's front half with appropriate buffers and screening.
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Charlotte County commissioners approved the 110-unit Tarpon Waterfront Village condo project near Charlotte Harbor, advancing plans for a four-building development designed with storm resiliency measures and expanded open space.
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Charlotte County’s Planning and Zoning Board approved two residential projects totaling 289 housing units, including 154 affordable units, despite strong opposition to a rezoning request in the Cape Haze area.
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Collier County commissioners unanimously approved rezoning land on County Barn Road in East Naples to expand the county’s Fleet Operations site, allowing additional vehicle maintenance, fueling, storage and charging infrastructure.