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Hurricane Ian: LBIA reminds residents to be aware of unlicensed contractors
Fort Myers, FL – The Lee County Building Industry Association wants to remind residents to be aware of unlicensed contractors who will prey on those desperate to have damage repaired as the result of Hurricane Ian. Unlicensed contractors flock into our communities after major disasters, seeking quick payouts for work that may or may not…
Read MoreHurricane Ian: Licensing
Licensing DOH’s Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling is increasing resources to expedite processing of licensure applications, ensuring greater availability of qualified mental health professionals. DBPR Emergency Order 2022-03 waives the requirement for certified or registered, general, building, or residential contractors to subcontract roofing work for the repair or…
Read MoreLee County sets up Emergency Building and Well Repair Permitting operation post-Hurricane Ian
Fort Myers, FL – Lee County will open an Emergency Building and Well Repair Permitting operation post-Hurricane Ian on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at the Department of Community Development building in downtown Fort Myers. Homeowners need to know the following information prior to arriving at the site: Unincorporated Lee County will open limited Emergency Building and…
Read MoreYuxsimi Gonzalez Joins EXIT Select Realty in Fort Myers
Fort Myers, FL (Grassroots Newswire) – EXIT Select Realty is pleased to announce that Yuxsimi Gonzalez has joined its growing team of dedicated real estate sales professionals. EXIT Select Realty, located at 12530 World Plaza Ln Suite 1, Fort Myers, Florida is a proud member of EXIT Southeast’s rapidly expanding network of independently owned and…
Read MoreHurricane Ian : SWFL Small Business Resources Update
As an organization, we are working diligently to provide relief to our members and the local business community. Here’s what we’re doing thus far: The Hub at SWFL Inc. is open and operating with power, WiFi and water so you can keep your business moving. We’ve canceled our ongoing events through October so you can…
Read MoreHurricane Ian : Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) Mobile Coming to Lee County
Our hearts are with our Lee County community as we continue to process the devastating impacts of Hurricane Ian. We know many of our fellow residents lost everything in this storm, including important documents like driver licenses, identification cards and titles. These can be vital when filing for insurance claims and getting aid from different…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Personal : File Flood Insurance Claims Now to Help Jumpstart Your Recovery
WASHINGTON — Recovering after a flood can be overwhelming and FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is dedicated to getting you back on your feet after Hurricane Ian. Anyone affected by Hurricane Ian who has an NFIP flood insurance policy and has suffered flood damage should begin filing their claim now, even if you have…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business : Collier Building Industry Association (CBIA) Permitting Important Updates
City of Naples: As the City of Naples area begins the process of cleaning up and rebuilding after the recent flooding and high wind event, the City of Naples Building Department wants to help speed up the recovery process. 1. Building Permit inspections are currently suspended until further notice. Online permit submission is open, review…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business: Post Hurricane Ian Recovery Rebuilding and Permitting Information
As Collier County residents and business owners begin the clean up and start the rebuilding process after Hurricane Ian, the Collier County Growth Management Community Development Services Department wants to assist, with a speedy recovery process. Helpful information is posted on the county’s website at www.colliercountyfl.gov/government/growth-management/divisions/post-hurricane-ian-recovery. Also, electronic permitting information is available at www.colliercountyfl.gov/government/growth-management/divisions/building-plan-review-inspection/e-permitting. County…
Read MoreCITY OF FORT MYERS closes Yacht Basin due to unsafe conditions caused by Hurricane Ian
Fort Myers, FL – The City of Fort Myers was directly plundered by Hurricane Ian, a very slow-moving category 4 hurricane that created substantial storm surges on the Caloosahatchee River. The downtown area suffered flooding in excess of 42 inches, which remained for hours before the river receded. The Fort Myers Yacht Basin endured vast…
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