FYI-Lee County Land Development Code §2-191

Lee County Land Development Code §2-191 is a rule that prohibits private communication with County Commissioners about the merits of a zoning case outside a public hearing.

In short:

All arguments, evidence, and opinions about a rezoning must be presented publicly, on the record, during the hearing—not through emails, calls, or meetings—so that the process stays fair, transparent, and legally defensible.

possible way under Lee County Land Development Code §2-191:

Anything submitted through staff becomes part of what Commissioners are allowed to rely on.

What to do:

Send a formal written opposition packet to zoning staff (not Commissioners)
Include:

Your main argument letter
Photos, maps, traffic concerns
Expert opinions (if possible)
Petition signatures

Why it works:

Commissioners can’t read your email—but they will read staff reports and attachments. If your material is in there, it’s fair game.

👉 Ask staff directly: “Please include this in the official record and staff report.”