| Projects located within Lee County Utilities' (LCU) water and/or wastewater service areas that require system enhancements to provide service are classified as LCU Developer-Contributed Asset Projects. These projects may range from adding a fire line, fire hydrant, or single-service connection to an existing building, to constructing comprehensive water distribution and gravity collection systems for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments—or a combination of these.
All system enhancements are undertaken at the developer's expense and must be constructed in compliance with the Land Development Code Requirements and the LCU Design Manual. |
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Most LCU Developer-Contributed Asset Projects begin with a Development Order. However, projects involving fire hydrants, fire lines, or single-service connections typically do not require a Development Order.
For projects requiring a Development Order, once you receive either an Approved Development Order or a Stipulated Approval from the Utility Reviewer, you may proceed with the LCU Developer-Contributed Asset Process.
To apply for a development order, click
here.
For further details, refer to the LCU Approval to Construct Process Flow Chart by clicking
here.
Click on the expandable sections below for steps on LCU Developer Contributed Assets process.
Step 1: Initiate the Project
- Submit an LCU New Project: Project Information/Submittal Form.
- Complete relevant
Design Manual Forms.
- LCU staff will prepare an LCU Fee Quote and provide checklists outlining items required for the Approval to Construct Submittal and the Final Acceptance Submittal.
Step 2: Submit the Approval to Construct Package - Include all items listed on the provided checklist. Incomplete packages may delay the LCU review process or be returned.
- LCU staff will review the package for compliance and provide comments or concerns to the Engineer of Record.
- Once concerns are addressed, plans proceed to Technical Review.
- After approval, the project is submitted to the LCU Director for final Approval to Construct.
Step 3: Permits and Pre-Construction - The Engineer of Record obtains any necessary FDEP Permits.
- Conduct a pre-construction meeting with LCU staff, the Engineer of Record, and the underground contractor.
Step 4: Construction Phase - Includes construction, testing, and inspections.
- Once complete, the project transitions to the Final Acceptance Process.
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Step 1: Submit the Final Acceptance Package
- The Engineer of Record submits the LCU Final Acceptance Package, including all items identified on the checklist provided with the fee quote.
- LCU staff will review the package and record drawings for compliance, providing feedback as needed.
- Once the package meets all requirements, necessary FDEP Certifications of Completion are forwarded to the Engineer of Record for submission to the appropriate agency.
Step 2: FDEP Clearance - The constructed infrastructure/facilities are cleared by FDEP to be placed into service.
Step 3: Final Approval - The project is submitted to the LCU Director for final approval, marking the project’s completion.
Note:
Some projects may require additional steps before completion, such as recording LCU easements, executing agreements, or obtaining approval from the County Attorney or County Manager. |
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