State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP)
Lee County’s SHIP program provides funding to local not-for-profit housing development agencies for the production, preservation and rehabilitation of affordable housing. The program was designed to serve very low, low and moderate income families. For more information concerning SHIP email SHIPhousing@leegov.com.
Other Assistance Resources
The United Way connects people who need assistance with a large network of non-profits and agencies. 211 is a United Way program that provides free information and referral to human/social service agencies within Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties. To speak with a Community Resource Specialist please dial 2-1-1 or 239-433-3900.
School Impact Fee Reimbursement Program (SIFR)
Lee County’s School Impact Fee Reimbursement Program helps reduce the cost of building affordable housing by reimbursing the school impact fees paid during construction. These fees—normally charged on new development to support school capacity—can add significant expense to housing projects. Through SIFR, eligible non‑profit and government builders can recover those costs, making it easier to create and preserve affordable homes in our community.
This program supports Lee County’s commitment to expanding affordable housing by lowering development barriers and encouraging mission‑driven organizations to build where it’s needed most.
Program Highlights
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For more information concerning SHIP, call 239-533-8585.