Fort Myers Beach officials say they are working closely with FEMA this week to potentially restore a 25% flood insurance discount for people after months of probation in the National Flood Insurance Program.
Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent, Anvar Ruziev, speaks with neighbors about the importance of the flood insurance discount:
FEMA visits Fort Myers Beach to evaluate flood insurance discount reinstatement
FEMA representatives are conducting a Community Assistance Visit on Estero Island from July 15 through July 17. This routine but critical evaluation will determine if the town is eligible for full reinstatement into the National Flood Insurance Program.
Fort Myers Beach was placed on probation after FEMA identified several issues last year, including unpermitted structures and code enforcement concerns. While that probation was lifted this spring, the town still needs to regain its previous status to restore discounts for residents…