2/26/26 - HEX -SEZ2025-00018 & VAR2025-00012 Domestic Animal Rescue – Non-Profit 501(c)(3)

Lee County Hearing Examiner · February 26, 2026

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Hearing opened and procedure explained

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Hearing Examiner Amanda Rivera opened the quasi-judicial hearing, identified the case numbers (SEZ-2025-18 and VAR-2025-12), described the order of proceedings (applicant presentation, staff presentation, public comment, rebuttal), and explained oath and public-comment rules.

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Lee County hearing examiner Amanda Rivera heard a contested special-exception and variance request from Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue to operate an animal clinic/kennel at 20750 Huffmaster Road. Staff recommended approval with conditions; dozens of neighbors objected, citing noise, septic capacity, traffic and escape risk. The hearing was continued to April 17, 2026, for applicant rebuttal and possible additional conditions.

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