Workforce Housing: Encouraging Developments!In March 2022, the ECCL, now Engage Estero, released an article titled...
Development / Community Planning Articles
Southwest Florida Regional Economic Indicators
The period following the landfall of hurricane Ian in late September has been difficult for both businesses and the...
East Corkscrew Construction and Development Updates
East Corkscrew Construction and Development Updates: Courtesy of the East Corkscrew Alliance- IntroductionOn January...
When do you need a permit?
The Village of Estero has published a handy guide to help residents know when they need to obtain a permit to perform work on their property.
Development Activity Map from Lee County details New Construction
Lee County's mapping department has released an online resource for reviewing, locating, and determining the status of development throughout the county, including projects within Estero. The resource provides planning documents, mapping, a brief description and...
Results of the Estero High School Students’ Designs for the Estero Veterans Pocket Park
Over the past few weeks, the ECCL has taken the initiative on proposing a small "Veterans Community Pocket Park" in Estero. Several local organizations, including members of the Estero "Village" Council, expressed their interest and support for this initiative. The...
420 Pounds of Trash Collected in November by Adopt a Highway Volunteers!
Many Congratulations!! 420 lbs. of Rubbish Collected on Hwy 41 in Estero on November 21st by Our Local Volunteers! Following the successful work in October of those who helped the "Adopt a Highway" initiative headed by Julie Yellig and her team of volunteers and...
The Estero River Development Update
Brought to you by the ECCL During the recent October 9 "virtual" ECCL's Monthly Meeting, Steve Sarkozy, Estero Village Manager, spoke about the Village's purchase of 67.5 acres at the northeast corner of Corkscrew and US 41. Mr. Sarkozy summarized the steps that are...
Bonita Springs Council Approves London Bay Homes Bayview Development Plans
After three years of negotiation with Bonita’s Zoning and Planning Office and the Bonita Springs Council, London Bay Homes was given the “green light” at Wednesday’s (October 21st) council meeting to proceed with their Bayview development at the western end of Coconut...
What to do when a hurricane threatens
Hurricanes are violent and dangerous to your family and your home. When a hurricane threatens to bear down, make sure that you know how to batten down your hatches and protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property. When it's hurricane season Hurricane season...
Unraveling the Mystery of Development Impact Fees
Few people, outside of the local, county, and state government agencies, understand "Development Impact" fees. The ECCL monitors impact fees, and their use in Estero and surrounding communities. The following information will help you understand what they are, how...
A “slap in the face” for residents of South Lee and Collier County
The content of a number of recent communications from London Bay Homes regarding the development proposals being planned for the former Weeks Fishing Camp at the western end of Coconut Road appears to be a “slap in the face” for residents of South Lee and Collier...