COMMUNITY RATING SYSTEM
The FEMA Community Rating System is a voluntary program that encourages community floodplain management practices that exceed the minimum requirements.
National Flood Insurance Program members earn discounts on flood insurance policies though higher regulatory standards for floodplain management.
UNINCORPORATED LEE COUNTY
Property owners in unincorporated Lee County will automatically receive a 25% discount on their flood insurance because of points earned through the CRS program. You can confirm you receive this discount by checking for the identification – Lee County ID# 125124 – on your National Flood Insurance Program policy.
1991 | $15 Million
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| Unincorporated Lee County joined CRS program | Annual value of discount in unincorporated Lee County
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Program for Public Information (PPI)
The Program for Public Information (PPI) is a structured plan that helps communities communicate effectively about flood risk, flood insurance, and mitigation. Through a coordinated outreach strategy, the PPI ensures residents receive clear, consistent, messages about how to reduce their flood vulnerability. Developed by a local PPI Committee, the program identifies the community's flood hazards, determines who needs specific information, and outlines targeted outreach projects such as mailers, website updates, social media posts, and public education materials. Participating in the PPI also earns additional CRS credit, helping reduce flood premiums for the community. By improving awareness and preparedness, the PPI supports safer, more resilient communities. PPI Addendum
INCORPORATED MUNCIPALITIES
Incorporated municipalities in Lee County also participate in the Community Rating System. The value of the discount may differ among the communities. For CRS discount information in an incorporated municipality, please contact their offices:
 City of Bonita Springs 239-949-6262
|  City of Cape Coral 239-574-0553
| Village of Estero 239-221-5036
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 City of Fort Myers 239-321-7000
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Town of Fort Myers Beach
239-765-0202 |
City of Sanibel 239-472-3700
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