Lee County Floodplain and Remodeling Requirements

Floodplain requirements depend on the exact parcel, current FEMA map zone, structure elevation, project scope and local administrator. Lee County describes National Flood Insurance Program rules for work in Special Flood Hazard Areas and coastal high-hazard areas in unincorporated Lee County, including substantial-improvement and substantial-damage rules. Municipalities may administer their own building and floodplain programs; Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach publish local building or flood guidance. Do not infer flood zone, permit need, substantial-damage status, required elevation or a municipal administrator from a postal address. Obtain a parcel-specific determination from the responsible local building official.