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Planning and Code Enforcement

Planning & Code Enforcement Mission

Provide proactive planning and code enforcement services that: preserve Sanibel's unique environment; manage sustainable growth and redevelopment consistent with the Sanibel Plan; provide education and compliance necessary to administer the land development code; enable timely communication and citizen participation; conserve and restore natural and historic resources; increase utilization of alternative forms of transportation to reduce vehicular congestion; incorporate hazard mitigation strategies; and, most importantly, provide the highest level of public service.

Learn More about the Sanibel Planning and Code Enforcement Department including Responsibilities, 2008 Goals, 2007 Accomplishments, and Upcoming Challenges.

The Sanibel Plan - The City of Sanibel has recently updated the Sanibel Plan, which received the American Planning Associations' 2007 National Planning Landmark Award.

2009 Shared Use Path Master Plan

ATPPL Presentation To City Council - March 17, 2009 (pdf 2.65 MB)

Periwinkle Way West Commercial District Plan (pdf 1.44 MB) - Part 1: Town Center Focus Area Redevelopment Principle and Policies

Periwinkle Way West District Plan

2009 City Demographics

Guide to Build-Back Regulations (pdf 1.14 MB)

Guide To Emergency Electrical Power Generator Regulations (pdf 395.31 kB)