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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I change an existing street name?

What size numbers do I need to post on my building?

If an unnamed street is a private right-of-way or easement and not in a platted subdivision, submit a Street Name Application. If the unnamed street is part of a development that will be platted and recorded then submit a Development Street Name Application along with an approved development order plan.

How do I change an existing street name?

If the street is a private right-of-way or easement and is NOT in a platted subdivision, submit a Street Name Change Application. If the street is part of a development that will be platted and recorded then submit a Street Name Change Application along with an approved development order plan.

What if my street sign is missing?

Is your street maintained by Lee County? If you are unsure, go to Lee County Dept. of Transportation Traffic Section to verify whether your street is maintained by Lee County. Lee County Sign Shop will replace your sign at no cost to the residents.

Property owners along privately owned and maintained roadways are responsible for purchasing and posting street signs at each intersection of their roadway. Gated communities and private subdivision provide their own signage.

How should my address be posted?

Careful consideration should be given to the choice of number size and posting location for applying number addresses. If your building is on acreage and sits back off the road, It is recommended the building number be posted visibly on the street at the entrance to the property. Corner lot properties should have posted numbers visible from the street it is addressed on, even if that side of the building does not have entry.

Unincorporated Lee County has no size requirement for posted address numbers. We recommend that the numbers be large enough to see from road on which it is addressed, day or night and in all types of weather conditions. Cities within Lee County may have number and location requirements.

Cape Coral Customer Service: 239-574-7772

Fort Myers Codes: 239-332-6716

Sanibel Island Planning: 239-472-4136

Fort Myers Beach, Towne of: 239-415-1464

How can I change my address?

Contact our office at 239-335-1630 and talk to any of the 911 Technicians about your request. Changes can be made but addresses must remain sequential in their relationship to the surrounding parcels.