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HB 803 permit rules have become effective

The City of Cape Coral would like to remind residents and contractors that Florida House Bill 803 has taken effect statewide as of July 1 and changes permit requirements for certain small residential projects. House Bill 803 creates a narrow exemption from building permit requirements for ...

MetroLagoons announces Christmas in July celebration July 24-26

TAMPA AND NORTH FORT MYERS —— MetroLagoons is celebrating Christmas in July with a weekend full of holiday cheer across its four lagoons. From July 24-26, activities will take place across the greater Tampa and Southwest Florida regions. Guests can enjoy a summer-inspired twist on ...

Tax roll shows smaller property valuation dip

The July 1 preliminary tax roll values in Lee County show a bit brighter picture than the estimated tax roll values for 2026 — overall valuation shows a shallower dip. The Lee County tax roll overall valuation had a decline of .96%, a change from the June estimated tax roll of s 1.94% dip. ...

State budget includes $13M for county projects

The $117.6 billion budget signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis this week includes more than $13 million in funding for Lee County projects, as well as numerous vetoes of funding for local projects which had been approved by the state legislature. The city of Cape Coral will receive $2.5 million to ...