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Debate over marina policy shows split on whether to allow limited residential at Fort Myers Beach marinas
Summary
Council members debated adding limited residential capacity to marina land‑use categories to keep marinas economically viable while others warned it would expand development rights; staff will return numeric options and caps for the Dec. 1 hearing.
A prolonged policy exchange at the Nov. 25 joint meeting focused on how Fort Myers Beach should treat marinas in the future land use element.
Staff said earlier drafts included a small residential allowance for marinas — for example, a half dwelling unit per acre — to give marinas operational flexibility. Several council members objected to any open‑ended allowance, arguing that adding residential density would amount to a substantive…
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