Lee County reported that it recently launched a new online tool to help the community stay informed about active nuisance accumulation cases underway through the code enforcement process.<\/p>\n
Nuisance accumulation refers to the buildup of materials, debris or other items on private property that create unsafe or unsanitary conditions, attract pests or negatively affect surrounding properties.<\/p>\n
The Nuisance Accumulation Story Map enhances public transparency with case locations and status updates. It is intended to answer the most common questions that people ask about code enforcement on a simple site that is always available.<\/p>\n
The site also offers an overview of code enforcement operations, including:<\/p>\n
\u2013 The code enforcement process, from initial findings to potential fines with the goal of abatement.<\/p>\n
\u2013 The difference between illegal dumping and nuisance accumulation.<\/p>\n
\u2013 Community outreach initiatives.<\/p>\n
\u2013 How to file a complaint.<\/p>\n
\u2013 How to ask for assistance abating a complaint.<\/p>\n
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners recently held a workshop discussing the legal framework of code enforcement, increase in the number of violations, and ways to increase compliance and community collaboration.<\/p>\n
To view the Nuisance Accumulation Story Map, visit https:\/\/storymaps.arcgis.com\/stories\/d9705c04693d4248b00e0ad9712d6d70<\/a>.<\/p>\n The slides from the meeting are available at https:\/\/leecofl.portal.civicclerk.com\/event\/243\/files\/attachment\/5584<\/a> and the video of the workshop may be viewed at https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DsTwNqVo8VI<\/a>.<\/p>\n