c. Establishments that receive or ship goods via large semitrailer or full trailer trucks must provide a

Lee Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · agenda_item

This agenda item concerns proposed changes to regulations for refuse and solid waste disposal facilities, specifically for new multifamily residential, commercial, and industrial developments. The proposed changes aim to correct how garbage and recycling collection areas are calculated to align with existing ordinance requirements. New construction will need to provide on-site space for garbage and recycling containers based on building square footage or the number of dwelling units. For example, commercial buildings over 25,000 square feet would need 120 square feet for garbage collection plus 86.7 square feet for each additional 1,000 square feet, and 96 square feet for recycling collection plus 81.3 square feet for each additional 1,000 square feet. Multifamily developments with more than 25 units will also have specific area requirements for garbage and recycling collection spaces. This item is currently under review by the Lee Board of County Commissioners. The work would involve site planning and potentially construction of designated collection areas, including concrete pads and possibly screening. Contractors specializing in site preparation, concrete work, and general construction could be involved. Suppliers of waste receptacles and related materials may also find opportunities. Reaching out to the county or relevant developers early could provide insight into specific project needs before final plans are approved.