7/27/26 Local Planning Agency Meeting

The Lee County Local Planning Agency held a meeting on July 27, 2026, primarily focused on land use and utility service area amendments in Southeast Lee County. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a map amendment (CPA 2025-00007) to expand the Lee County Utilities future sewer service area to include a 6.42-acre property and an additional 44 acres, facilitating future development and sewer connections. The agency also reviewed comprehensive amendments to the Southeast Lee County community plan area, including updates to future land use categories, removal of existing overlays, and establishment of development standards to protect water resources and wildlife habitat. The amendments aim to balance environmental protection with accommodating growth, including provisions for non-residential uses and infrastructure improvements. Public comments highlighted concerns about environmental impacts, public outreach, and the durability of protections as development standards move from the Lee Plan to the Land Development Code. The agency voted to recommend approval of the amendments to the Board of County Commissioners, with specific recommendations to clarify definitions and adjust boundaries. The meeting concluded with plans to address related Land Development Code amendments in upcoming sessions.