Industrial-level activity does not belong in an agricultural zone.

We’re calling on Lee County officials to uphold AG-2 zoning laws and protect our community’s peace, safety, and property values.

⚖️ Why We’re Petitioning
We, the undersigned residents of North Fort Myers, are asking Lee County officials to take action regarding the ongoing industrial-level operations taking place at 17751 Nalle Road, which is zoned Agricultural (AG-2).

Our goal is simple: enforce existing zoning laws fairly and transparently so that AG-2 neighborhoods remain agricultural and residential — not industrial.

🏗️ What’s Happening at 17751 Nalle Rd

• Zoning Classification: The property is designated AG-2 Agricultural, which under the Lee County Land Development Code is not intended for industrial fabrication, heavy equipment storage, or large-scale commercial activity.
• Business Entity: The property operates under BarnTime LLC, which holds an agricultural exemption related to equestrian use.
• Observed Activity: Residents have documented industrial equipment, metal fabrication structures, commercial materials, and frequent heavy-truck traffic entering and exiting the site — activity typically inconsistent with agricultural zoning.

Code Enforcement:

• Two active Code Enforcement violations are currently open for this property.
• A hearing has been scheduled for November or December 2025, where the County will review the evidence and determine compliance.
• All information regarding these cases is publicly available through Lee County’s Code Enforcement database.

Residents have gathered this information from public records and direct observation, not speculation.

🏘️ How It’s Affecting the Community
The impact of the ongoing industrial activity has been deeply felt by neighboring homeowners:

• Persistent noise and vibration from heavy equipment.
• Frequent commercial truck traffic along residential roads designed for light local use.
• Visual and environmental disruption, including the sight of industrial machinery and large metal materials in plain view of nearby properties.

Property value decline:

• Homeowners living directly beside the property (including the petition initiator) have received consultations from licensed real estate brokers with over 25 years of experience.
• These experienced professionals have stated that the value of adjacent residential properties has degraded significantly as a direct result of the visible industrial equipment and ongoing commercial-level activity next door.

These conditions have caused understandable frustration and concern among neighbors who purchased homes in an area zoned and intended for agricultural and residential use.

🙏 What We’re Asking County Officials To Do

• Conduct a full inspection of the property and document all current uses.
• Confirm whether the equipment storage and fabrication activities are authorized under AG-2 zoning.
• Take appropriate enforcement action if violations are confirmed following the upcoming hearing.
• Provide transparency by updating residents on the findings and next steps taken by Lee County.

We are not making accusations of intent or wrongdoing. Our goal is to ensure that Lee County’s zoning laws are applied consistently and equitably for all residents.

🌿 Why It Matters
Zoning laws exist to protect communities from incompatible land uses that diminish neighborhood character, quality of life, and property values.

Allowing heavy industrial activity in AG-2 zones sets a dangerous precedent — one that threatens the peace, safety, and financial stability of residents who rely on zoning enforcement to safeguard their homes and investments.

We support agriculture and fair business practices. However, we believe that industrial operations should only occur in properly zoned industrial areas, not in rural neighborhoods where families live and raise children.

⚠️ Legal & Public Interest Disclaimer
This petition is based entirely on publicly available Lee County records, direct observations, and professional real estate consultations obtained by nearby property owners.

It expresses citizen concern regarding potential zoning inconsistencies and seeks official government review and enforcement. No accusations of intentional wrongdoing or illegal conduct are being made against any individual or business. All statements are presented in good faith, for the purpose of promoting lawful, transparent, and consistent zoning enforcement within Lee County, Florida.

✅ Sign this petition to stand with North Fort Myers residents and urge Lee County to protect our agricultural neighborhoods from industrial encroachment and preserve our property values.