Storm Impact Business News
Harbour House Naples submits plans to City of Naples Design Review Board
Harbour House Naples, an exclusive new luxury condominium development planned for 1624 Gulf Shore Boulevard North, has officially submitted its architectural and landscape plans to the City of Naples Design Review Board. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the transformation of one of Naples’ most iconic waterfront addresses. The property, formerly part of…
Read MoreOn the Bay at Matanzas to reopen on Fort Myers Beach
On the Bay, formerly known as Matanzas on the Bay, a Fort Myers Beach favorite since the 1970s, is set to reopen soon for the first time since Hurricane Ian. Known for its views of Matanzas Pass and its fresh-from-the-Gulf menu, On the Bay has been a staple for both locals and visitors. Guests can…
Read MoreLee County enters partnership to improve monitoring of severe weather
Lee County entered into a public-private partnership Tuesday that will help fill in the gap in National Weather Service radar coverage in Lee County and allow improved monitoring of severe weather. The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to approve a site license agreement that authorizes Kentucky-based Climavision to install weather radar equipment on the…
Read MoreLee Commissioners approve measures to allow monitoring of water resources and assessment of flood conditions
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve two measures related to collecting critical data for water resources modeling and assessment of flood conditions. Commissioners approved an annual joint-funding agreement to continue cooperative work with U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The agreement includes water resources data collection at 12 sites on various rivers and…
Read MoreMayor Allers makes statement regarding Fort Myers Beach Elementary School
“We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Senator Scott, Senator Moody, and Congressman Donalds for their ongoing support and dedication in assisting the recovery efforts for Fort Myers Beach after Hurricane Ian. Your leadership and commitment truly make a difference in helping us rebuild and restore our beloved community. The Town staff and council…
Read MoreTown of Fort Myers Beach announces completion of offshore dredging
The Town of Fort Myers Beach announces the successful completion of the offshore dredging portion of the Estero Island Shore Protection Project, commonly known as the Beach Renourishment Project. This comprehensive initiative addressed nearly 7 miles of critically eroding shoreline along Estero Island. It involved dredging approximately 1 million cubic yards of sand from offshore…
Read MoreFort Myers Beach issues reminder letter regarding permit expirations, extensions
In continued support of the recovery process following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, the Town of Fort Myers Beach is issuing a courtesy letter to residents and businesses reminding them of upcoming expiration dates for Temporary Placement Permits. The letter, distributed Monday, acknowledges the incredible strength, resilience, and patience demonstrated by our Island…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce encourages hurricane-impacted homeowners to complete pre-application assessment
FloridaCommerce is encouraging homeowners impacted by the 2023 and 2024 Storms—Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene, Milton or the 2024 North Florida Tornadoes— to complete the pre-application assessment for the Rebuild Florida 2023 and 2024 Storms Housing Repair and Replacement Program (HRRP). This pre-application assessment is the first step in determining eligibility and securing priority status when the…
Read MoreSouth Seas earns zoning approval to advance post-Ian redevelopment plans
South Seas announced it has received official zoning approval from the Lee County Board of County Commissioners. The decision allows South Seas to proceed with its comprehensive redevelopment plans to revitalize the property following Hurricane Ian nearly three years ago. This milestone marks a critical step in South Seas’ long-term recovery and revitalization efforts. The…
Read MoreLee Commissioners award contract to repair four hurricane-damaged Parks & Recreation boardwalks
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract to repair or reconstruct boardwalks at four Lee County Parks & Recreation sites across the county. The boardwalks were destroyed by Hurricane Ian. They are: Caloosahatchee Regional Park, 18500 N. River Road, Alva Galt Preserve, 3841 Stringfellow Road, St. James City Matanzas Pass…
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