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Fort Myers board questions crushed‑shell driveways and pervious pavement rules, flags enforcement challenges
Summary
City staff and board members discussed draft code language on pervious surfaces, including crushed shell and rock aggregate; concerns included fines and migration of shell, lack of city engineering standards, vacuuming/maintenance requirements, and the need to clarify definitions for low‑use maneuvering areas.
City staff and advisory-board members on March 2 examined draft language for pervious and porous pavement and for crushed‑shell and rock‑aggregate surfaces, focusing on performance, maintenance and enforceability.
Staff said the city currently lacks specific engineering standards for many pervious pavement systems and suggested the draft code allow either city‑approved engineering standards or manufacturer specifications. Staff flagged a practical concern with crushed shell: lower-grade…
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