Lee County Community Development is responsible for overseeing planning, zoning, development services, permitting, plan review, inspections, & code enforcement for unincorporated areas of Lee County.
Updates & Announcements
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👋 DCD Closing Early Dec 18th, 2025 👋 The Department of Community Development will be closed on Thursday, December 18, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. During this time, both lobby and telephone services will be unavailable. Please note that the Online Application and Automated Phone Payment and Inspection Scheduling Portals will remain available throughout the closure. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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✨ Nuisance Accumulation Interactive Story Map ✨
Learn how Nuisance Accumulation is managed in Lee County using our Interactive Story Map.
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Forerunner
Find flood zone information,
search & submit
Elevation Certificates, & Get Help
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Digital Projects
New User Guides, Resources, Training Video, Customer Questions & Feedback Form, & Frequently Asked Questions
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Permits are required for renovations, remodels, additions
or 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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Quick Links
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eConnect Portal
Submit applications and check the status of your permit by using the online eConnect Portal.
This will provide the most up-to-date information.
Calling or emailing individual staff members or customer service will not provide any additional information and may result in delays.
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LeeGIS Data Explorer
Access property information using interactive map layers, aerial and topographic imagery, measurement & drawing tools, etc.
Additional resources include links to the Property Appraiser, eConnect Portal, GIS Property Info, and Flood Info websites.
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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.