6/04/26 - HEX - REZ2025-00012 – 16400 OLD US 41

This Lee County, Florida hearing on June 4, 2026, addressed a conventional rezoning request (REZ2025-00012) for a 1.9-acre parcel at 16400 Old US 41 from agricultural to intensive commercial (CI) zoning. The applicant and county staff presented details supporting the rezoning to better align with the surrounding industrial and commercial land uses and the Lee Plan's urban community future land use category. The rezoning aims to allow light industrial and commercial uses consistent with adjacent properties and to resolve existing zoning inconsistencies. Staff confirmed that public utilities and emergency services are available, and future development will require compliance with environmental and transportation impact standards. The hearing officer indicated a site visit would be conducted before issuing a final decision anticipated within a week. No votes or motions were recorded during the transcript, but the discussion focused on land use compatibility, zoning criteria, and infrastructure considerations relevant to future development and procurement opportunities related to site improvements and infrastructure.