Fort Myers Construction
& Permit Services

Hurricane Ian (September 2022) produced catastrophic flooding throughout Fort Myers — storm surge of 12–18 feet in the most severely impacted areas. Many properties received substantial damage determinations, requiring full elevation before repairs. FEMA flood maps were updated post-Ian, changing flood zone designations for some areas. MKC manages the full post-Ian compliance and reconstruction process.

Substantial damage occurs when repair costs exceed 50% of a structure's pre-storm market value. Ian-affected Fort Myers properties with substantial damage determinations must be elevated to current BFE standards before repairs proceed. MKC performs independent substantial damage assessments and manages the elevation and repair process.

Fort Myers has Zone AE throughout the Caloosahatchee River corridor and inland areas, Zone VE along Gulf-exposed shorelines, and Zone AO in areas subject to shallow sheet flooding. Post-Ian FEMA map revisions have reclassified some previously Zone X areas. Approximately 45% of the city is in the SFHA.

Yes. MKC manages all permits through the City of Fort Myers's Building Services Department. We also handle Lee County permits for projects in unincorporated areas. Post-Ian permit activity remains extremely high, and MKC is experienced navigating the current permit environment.

Yes. Home elevation is one of the most common services MKC provides in the Fort Myers area post-Ian. We manage the full process — structural engineering, permits, and construction — including elevation on helical piers, concrete piles, or other compliant foundation systems depending on site conditions.