The City of Cape Coral has released its formal response to allegations raised against its Building Division, saying an internal review found no violations of state law or city policy as a state-ordered audit moves forward.
The response comes after the Cape Coral Construction Industry Association (CCCIA) asked state lawmakers to intervene, alleging the city improperly used building permit fees, overcharged contractors, violated Florida law and engaged in discriminatory practices.
Those allegations prompted the Florida Joint Legislative Auditing Committee to direct the Auditor General’s Office to conduct an operational audit of the city’s Building Division…