The Sanibel City Council held several Public Hearings at its January 13 meeting and unanimously approved them.
Demolition of 4560 Waters Edge. This was a hearing regarding an assessment against 4560 Waters Edge to recover the cost of demolition of a dangerous property. City Council voted unanimously to levy an assessment of $25,954.96 against the property to cover the costs of bringing it into compliance. It started as a distressed property and began accruing daily fines for violations. As it continued to deteriorate, the owner made no effort to abate any code violations. The property was thereafter deemed dangerous, and notices were sent to the owner. The City proceeded with demolition. The demolition bill was mailed to the owner, but was not paid.
Electrical and Mechanical Equipment. Now at its Second Reading, Council is prepared to make this an ordinance. These amendments support renewable energy adoption by making it easier to install solar batteries and associated equipment and by simplifying permitting through the administrative deviation process. The revisions also enhance clarity and consistency by providing clear definitions, expanding the scope to accommodate evolving technologies and equipment needs, and streamlining requirements to make code compliance more straightforward for both applicants and staff.
Expediting Review of Waiver Applications. On October 21, 2025, the City Council considered extending the temporary allowances for short-form approval of waivers, which would otherwise expire on December 31, 2025. The ordinance now approved unanimously by City Council extends the deadline in the code for the sunsetting of the provision to December 31, 2026…