K. C. Lowry, MAI, CPA

Board of County Commissioners Meeting · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

Collier County is reviewing a potential purchase of the Everglades Outpost Resort and Marina property, located in the 300-500 block of E.C. Airport Road in Everglades City. This property spans 52.26 acres, with 19.60 developable acres, and is currently zoned RT - Residential Tourist District. The property has existing approvals for 96 multi-residential units, a 108-key hotel, a ship store, and a marina. The county's review is in the early stages, focused on assisting with the potential purchase. If the purchase proceeds, it could lead to site preparation, utility work, construction of various facilities including residential units, a hotel, and marina improvements, followed by landscaping. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project's scope and potential needs before formal plans and permits are finalized.

developable lands

19.60 acres

developable lands

853,776 square feet

wetlands

32.66 acres

wetlands

1,422,670 square feet

total

52.26 acres

total

2,276,446 square feet

approved for development

96 multi-residential units

approved for development

108 key hotel

purchase price

6,900,000 $

purchase price

9,500,000 $

leasehold estate

35,315 square feet

slips

45 slip

units per acre

16 units per acre