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Lee County, FL Building Setbacks & Zoning: Lot Coverage Limits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

RS-1 through RS-5
40 percent
RSC-1, RSA, TFC-1, TF-1
45 percent
RSC-2
25 percent
What counts as coverage
All buildings or structures
RS-1 minimum lot area
7,500 square feet

Summary

Table 34-695 caps lot coverage at 40 percent in the RS-1 through RS-5 single-family districts and TFC-2, at 45 percent in RSC-1, RSA, TFC-1 and TF-1, and at just 25 percent in RSC-2.

City-specific rules exist: Cape Coral, and Fort Myers have their own lot coverage limits rules that differ from Lee County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Maximum lot coverage (percent of total lot area): RSC-1 45%; RSC-2 25%; RSA 45%; RS-1 40%; RS-2 40%; RS-3 40%; RS-4 40%; RS-5 40%; TFC-1 45%; TFC-2 40%; TF-1 45%.

Source: Lee County Code of Ordinances & Land Development Code (Municode)View official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 7 | Land Development Code: Supplement 3 Update 3).

Full Breakdown

Lee County's zoning code defines lot coverage as the portion of the lot area, expressed as a percentage, occupied by all buildings or structures, so it is not limited to the house itself. Table 34-695 sets the maximum for each one- and two-family district: 45 percent in RSC-1, RSA, TFC-1 and TF-1; 40 percent in RS-1, RS-2, RS-3, RS-4, RS-5 and TFC-2; and 25 percent in RSC-2. The same table sets minimum single-family lot areas, including 7,500 square feet in RS-1 and 6,500 in RSA. The table carries a note that Bonita Beach, Captiva, San Carlos Island, the Gasparilla Island conservation district and Greater Pine Island have special limitations.

Violations & Fines

Exceeding the coverage limit is a Land Development Code violation. The Hearing Examiner can impose $25 to $1,000 per day for a first violation and $50 to $5,000 per day for a repeat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of my lot can I cover with buildings in Lee County?
Under Table 34-695, 40 percent in the RS-1 through RS-5 districts and TFC-2, 45 percent in RSC-1, RSA, TFC-1 and TF-1, and 25 percent in RSC-2.
Does lot coverage include my shed and pool deck?
Section 34-2 defines lot coverage as the portion of lot area occupied by all buildings or structures, so accessory buildings count. The code does not state a separate figure for uncovered paving.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Lee County

Setback RulesSome RestrictionsStructure Height LimitsSome RestrictionsParking Rules: Preferential Parking DistrictsSome RestrictionsAnimal Ordinances: MicrochippingSome RestrictionsAnimal Ordinances: Mandatory Spay/NeuterHeavy RestrictionsAnimal Ordinances: Wildlife FeedingHeavy RestrictionsFire Regulations: Propane StorageSome RestrictionsRight to Farm: Farm Nuisance ProtectionFew Restrictions

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