As you will see from the following summary, considerable development is taking place in our community, with more to come! Exciting times indeed!
Verdana Village on East Corkscrew.
Verdana Village, a new master-planned development on east Corkscrew Road, has announced that Publix will anchor the coming shopping center in the community. When completed, The Shoppes at Verdana Village will encompass over 78,000 square feet of grocery, retail, medical, and dining and will have additional space for lease, the release adds. The new Publix and adjacent Publix Liquor store will occupy 49,500 sq. ft. Heartland Dental and other tenants will join Publix, and the community itself will encompass 2,400 single-family homes on a variety of homesites with lake and preserve views.
Stock Commercial to Provide the First Retail Buildings in its mixed-use project in Estero Crossing.
Located on the south side of Corkscrew Road, between Three Oaks Parkway and I-75, Estero Crossing (east of Lowes) will feature 60,000 square feet of retail space. It will be positioned closest to Corkscrew Road and include six three-story luxury apartment buildings for a total of 306 residences positioned behind it.
“We are targeting starting construction on the retail buildings later this summer,” stated Keith Gelder, President of Stock Commercial and Stock Luxury Apartment Living. “We have received a significant amount of interest in the property now that site work has started.”
Gelder noted, ‘As of today, we have cleared most of the 42-acre site for both commercial and residential buildings. We are importing fill to balance the site.’ He confirmed that Stock is focusing on the retail space first and then the luxury apartments.
The New Estero Fire Rescue Station on East Corkscrew Road
SchenkelShultz Architecture has designed the Estero Fire Rescue Station No. 45 and Training Facility on East Corkscrew Road. The new 19,200 square-foot facility on five acres features an open layout for rapid response, a biodiversity garden, a training area, and a fitness trail. The fire station will include three drive-through bays and two back-in bays, a dayroom, a kitchen, bunk rooms, a fitness room, a public lobby, and A multi-purpose training room for community use. Several design strategies were incorporated to promote the health, safety, and wellness of first responders. The project also includes a multi-building training area with structures designed to simulate real-world scenarios for first responders.
Corkscrew Crossing
The applicant is requesting approval of a development order for phase one of their project, which consists of 141 lots at the north end of their site and their entry feature and gatehouse.
There are three phases to this residential community, with 554 single-family homes and a common recreation area. This property is located at 12840 Corkscrew Road between Wildcat Run and The Preserve at Corkscrew.
Edera
This development (a four-story, 180-apartment community) on Williams Road and Via Coconut is nearing completion. The development is on 13 acres at the southeastern corner of Williams Road and Via Coconut Point, just east of the Hertz Global Headquarters. The project is being developed by Miami-based 13th Floor Investments.T.
Genova
The amendment proposes constructing single-family homes and townhomes instead of condominium buildings 5 and 6. This request reduces the height and shifts from multi-family buildings to luxury single-family residences and townhomes. The plan replaces 74 units with 40 units, including 14 single-family homes. Genova is located on the southeast corner of Via Coconut and Corkscrew Road.
The Colonnade (on Corkscrew Road, opposite Genova)
The Colonnade will be a multi-family development proposed on Via Coconut across from Genova. It will be the first Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Estero.
Via Coconut (on via Coconut on the west side of Genova)
This is a new 20-Acre development on the West Side of Via Coconut, to the south of Corkscrew Road.
The development proposed includes 330 multifamily dwelling units, 29,600 square feet of commercial use, and a 10,000-square foot church or alternative commercial use.
The commercial development will likely include an animal clinic, banks and financial institutions, a bar, a broadcast studio (for commercial radio and television), cinemas, theaters, community gardens, and a public dog park on the south side of the property.
We are considering various options for the development, including restaurants and a convenience food and beverage store. Other possibilities are a cultural facility, a day care center, and a drugstore. We are also looking at a grocery store or food market, a hardware store, and businesses offering household and office furnishings. Additionally, we are considering insurance companies, dry-cleaning and laundry services, a library, a post office, and medical or dental labs.
The developer has dedicated a Public Park on the overall site to the Village and will maintain it in perpetuity. They are also planning pedestrian and road connections to the railroad right-of-way and Happy Hollow Lane. The development order will determine the need for a crosswalk. Planners will also examine Happy Hollow Lane to decide if they need a turnaround or cul-de-sac.
This major development will add a wide variety of additional commercial businesses to our location and has the potential for being a major attraction to our area.
Coconut Landing
The proposed development will be located off Coconut Road ¼ mile from the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort next to El Dorado Acres. Coconut Landing will feature 25 single-family homes with a private pool. The homes will have a VIP membership to the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort.
West Bay Club
The public held a hearing to discuss the request for a new high-rise at West Bay. The proposal seeks to increase the height from 20 stories over parking to 23 stories over parking, which is approximately 270 feet, plus an additional 20 feet for rooftop equipment. The plan calls for an 88-unit high-rise building on Pod 5 at the West Bay Club. The four units per floor with two penthouse levels would provide 88 units over one level of parking. The glass on the building will be non-reflective. West Bay Club is located at the end of Williams Road, west of U.S. 41. The Board recently approved the amendment with conditions.
The Tides at Pelican Landing
The applicant is in the process of repainting their apartment buildings and is requesting the Board to review five new exterior color schemes. The Tides at Pelican Landing is located on the west side of U.S. 41, south of Coconut Road. The applicant is in the process of repainting their 11 apartment buildings and was requesting the Board to review five new exterior color schemes as demonstrated in their presentation. They visited neighboring communities to review the existing color schemes to come up with the proposed paint palette. The request reduces the height and changes the multi-family to single-family residences and townhomes, replacing 74 units with 40 units. The application was recently approved.
Brightwork Real Estate, Estero Town Commons Place
The applicant proposes providing a convenience store with a gas station at the Estero Town Commons to service traffic heading to the interstate. They request a zoning amendment to include a deviation to allow a Wawa convenience store and fast-food restaurant with gas within 500 feet of an existing gas station to the north on Corkscrew Road. This property is located on the south side of Corkscrew Road on the parcel previously occupied by Ruby Tuesday close to Stoneybrook.
The New School Planned for Three Oaks near the Post Office.
Builders will construct new pre-K–8 schools on the east side of Three Oaks, near the Post Office. The school will serve 1,600 students and feature common areas like a media center, cafeteria, and gymnasium. The Estero Council has allocated $100,000 to enhance community recreational facilities. Residents will enjoy tennis, soccer, track, basketball, and outdoor restrooms outside school hours. To address traffic concerns, planners will install a new traffic signal, crosswalks, turn lanes, and stacked parental waiting lanes within the school grounds.
As of November 16th, the Lee County School Board has put this development on hold.
The development of the 60+acre land parcel on the Estero River
As it may be called, Estero on the River is the wooded land at the corner of U.S. 41 at its western edge and Corkscrew Road at its south. The meandering Estero River bisects the property. The COVID virus slowed the options for the property, but we are still considering them. This development is crucial for the Village of Estero and will likely blend carefully selected projects with the natural beauty surrounding the river, especially on the south side. While much of the property remains undeveloped, it includes a few buildings and a former orange grove.
The Lee Health Development on the Northwest corner of U.S. 41 and Coconut Road
The Plans for Lee Health’s 40+acre development have not yet been finalized. To date, there has been an opportunity for input from residents, and the outline suggestions for the property look very exciting. Suggestions for the property put forward include housing, a hotel, medical offices, health & wellness facilities, entertainment venue, restaurants, and open areas for public gatherings. The restaurant overlooks a lake and fountain and occupies the space where ‘Get Fried’ used to be.
The Brooks Town Center Development Plans
Plans put forward by Long Bay Developers to demolish the former Winn Dixie building, to build a four story 150+ residential apartment property has been the subject of recent discussions with the Village Council. At a council meeting on October 27th the council voted to acknowledge vesting for the use of “multi-family low-rise” by Long Bay Partners LLC only. Although they indicated that there were no vested rights which exists for a specific number of units, nor for a staff final plan approval process. It remains to be seen what the next steps are likely to be regarding this proposal.
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
Shoppes at University Highlands
The Shoppes at University Highlands have applied for a development order to add a one-story, 7,300 square foot commercial building on a vacant parcel on the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway just north of Miromar Outlets. It’s the fifth building for University Highlands, which includes 14 acres of retail, hotel and office properties. The new building is proposed to have 6,000 square feet of retail space and a 1,300-square-foot restaurant.
Houck Dermatology
The new Estero Medical Center Serving Lee County, including Estero, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral, is located on the northeast corner of Corkscrew Road and Three Oaks Parkway, across the street from Lowes in the Estero Medical Center at 10201 Arcos Ave, Suite 203 Estero, FL 33928.
Clean Machine Car Wash
Clean Machine, a drive-thru car wash business, will build their latest car wash approximately 200 feet north of Aldi’s on U.S. 41.
Oak & Stone Restaurant
Oak & Stone restaurant proposed 1,000 feet west of the intersection of Corkscrew Road and Interstate 75 in Estero Crossing, a mixed-use project under construction by Naples-based Stock Development. A more than 5,300-square-foot restaurant and bar with a covered patio is proposed for an outparcel. It will be the first Lee County location of Florida-based Oak & Stone, an artisan pizza and craft beer dining concept that launched a location at Logan Landings in North Naples in early 2020.
True Fashionistas to Participate in FGCU’s Internship Program
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) has selected True Fashionistas Resale, a designer resale and consignment store, as a business participant in the FGCU Bank of America sixth annual Student Small Business Readiness Certificate Program. The program pairs approved students and participating businesses for an approximately month-long intensive internship, shadowing, and mentorship curriculum from October to November. Students assigned to True Fashionistas will have a learning project to create a marketing campaign or customer database and a final project. The program culminates with a reception on the FGCU campus on Nov. 17. True Fashionistas will also provide an optional remote program.
Lids at Miromar Outlets
Lids have opened a new location at Miromar Outlets, located in Suite 167, next to the Nike Factory Outlet. The store offers 2,330 square feet of officially licensed sports and branded merchandise. This includes hats, apparel for men, women, and children, accessories, and Florida Gulf Coast University gear. Lids at Miromar Outlets will also feature a customization and embroidery station. Guests can customize hats and purchase licensed professional and collegiate gear.
The Food Rock Cafe
The Food Rock Café had a grand opening on Jul. 9 in Suite 440 at University Village in Fort Myers. The restaurant overlooks a lake and fountain and occupies the space where ‘Get Fried’ used to be. The Food Rock Café serves salads, daily homemade soups, hamburgers with fries, tacos, gyros, empanadas, and more. Many of the dishes have an island twist, with flavors and influences from chef and owner JD Damas’s Haitian homeland and the Colombian heritage of his wife and co-owner, Jennifer Verbel Damas. Call 239-257-1176.
AutoZone
AutoZone will locate their building in the Plaza Del Sol Commercial Planned Development subdivision, 10250 Arcos Avenue, adjacent to Culvers on the southeast corner of Puerto Way and Corkscrew Road. It will be on a 1.86-acre vacant parcel with a monument sign located at Corkscrew Road and Puerto Way.
Pavich Realty
Plans to convert a small existing property on Happy Hollow & Corkscrew Road for their office and small café.
Fifth Third Bank
A new Fifth Third Bank has been built on a vacant parcel at Miramar. The bank is now operational at the Miramar Square location.
Other Capital Improvements in the Village plans have been listed in the July 2021 Estero Life Magazine p14. (Greater Estero)
We researched this information in November 2021 and believe it to be as accurate as possible for that date.
FAQs In Greater Estero
1. What is Verdana Village and what will it include?
Verdana Village is a new master-planned community on East Corkscrew Road. It will feature The Shoppes at Verdana Village, a shopping center with over 78,000 square feet of space for grocery, retail, medical, and dining options, anchored by Publix and Publix Liquor store. The community will also include 2,400 single-family homes with lake and preserve views.
2. What is the scope of the Estero Crossing development?
Estero Crossing will include 60,000 square feet of retail space and six three-story luxury apartment buildings with 306 residences. Construction for the retail buildings will start later this summer.
3. What features will the new Estero Fire Rescue Station offer?
The Estero Fire Rescue Station No. 45 will be a 19,200 square-foot facility with three drive-through bays, two back-in bays, a dayroom, kitchen, bunk rooms, a fitness room, and a multi-purpose training room. It will also feature a biodiversity garden and fitness trail.
4. What is the status of the Corkscrew Crossing project?
Corkscrew Crossing is seeking approval for phase one, which includes 141 lots and an entry feature. The full project will have 554 single-family homes and a common recreation area, developed in three phases.
5. What is Edera and its current status?
Edera is a four-story, 180-apartment community on Williams Road and Via Coconut. 13th Floor Investments is developing the project on a 13-acre site, and it is nearing completion.
6. What changes are proposed?
An amendment for Genova suggests replacing condominium buildings 5 and 6 with single-family homes and townhomes. This change will reduce the number of units from 74 to 40, including 14 single-family homes.
7. What is planned for Via Coconut?
The Via Coconut development will cover 20 acres with 330 multi-family units, 29,600 square feet of commercial space, and a 10,000-square-foot church or alternative commercial use. It will also include a variety of potential commercial businesses and community facilities.
8. What is the Coconut Landing project?
Coconut Landing will feature 25 single-family homes with private pools and VIP membership to the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort.
9. What changes are proposed for West Bay Club?
A proposed high-rise at West Bay Club wants to increase its height from 20 stories to 23 stories. This includes two penthouse levels. The building will have a total of 88 units and use non-reflective glass.
10. What is Brightwork Real Estate proposing?
Brightwork Real Estate proposes a convenience store with a gas station at Estero Town Commons. They request a zoning amendment to allow a Wawa convenience store and fast-food restaurant within 500 feet of an existing gas station.
As you will see from the following summary, considerable development is taking place in our community, with more to come! Exciting times indeed!
Verdana Village on East Corkscrew.
Verdana Village, a new master-planned development on east Corkscrew Road, has announced that Publix will anchor the coming shopping center in the community. When completed, The Shoppes at Verdana Village will encompass over 78,000 square feet of grocery, retail, medical, and dining and will have additional space for lease, the release adds. The new Publix and adjacent Publix Liquor store will occupy 49,500 sq. ft. Heartland Dental and other tenants will join Publix, and the community itself will encompass 2,400 single-family homes on a variety of homesites with lake and preserve views.
Stock Commercial to Provide the First Retail Buildings in its mixed-use project in Estero Crossing.
Located on the south side of Corkscrew Road, between Three Oaks Parkway and I-75, Estero Crossing (east of Lowes) will feature 60,000 square feet of retail space. It will be positioned closest to Corkscrew Road and include six three-story luxury apartment buildings for a total of 306 residences positioned behind it.
“We are targeting starting construction on the retail buildings later this summer,” stated Keith Gelder, President of Stock Commercial and Stock Luxury Apartment Living. “We have received a significant amount of interest in the property now that site work has started.”
Gelder noted, ‘As of today, we have cleared most of the 42-acre site for both commercial and residential buildings. We are importing fill to balance the site.’ He confirmed that Stock is focusing on the retail space first and then the luxury apartments.
The New Estero Fire Rescue Station on East Corkscrew Road
SchenkelShultz Architecture has designed the Estero Fire Rescue Station No. 45 and Training Facility on East Corkscrew Road. The new 19,200 square-foot facility on five acres features an open layout for rapid response, a biodiversity garden, a training area, and a fitness trail. The fire station will include three drive-through bays and two back-in bays, a dayroom, a kitchen, bunk rooms, a fitness room, a public lobby, and A multi-purpose training room for community use. Several design strategies were incorporated to promote the health, safety, and wellness of first responders. The project also includes a multi-building training area with structures designed to simulate real-world scenarios for first responders.
Corkscrew Crossing
The applicant is requesting approval of a development order for phase one of their project, which consists of 141 lots at the north end of their site and their entry feature and gatehouse.
There are three phases to this residential community, with 554 single-family homes and a common recreation area. This property is located at 12840 Corkscrew Road between Wildcat Run and The Preserve at Corkscrew.
Edera
This development (a four-story, 180-apartment community) on Williams Road and Via Coconut is nearing completion. The development is on 13 acres at the southeastern corner of Williams Road and Via Coconut Point, just east of the Hertz Global Headquarters. The project is being developed by Miami-based 13th Floor Investments.T.
Genova
The amendment proposes constructing single-family homes and townhomes instead of condominium buildings 5 and 6. This request reduces the height and shifts from multi-family buildings to luxury single-family residences and townhomes. The plan replaces 74 units with 40 units, including 14 single-family homes. Genova is located on the southeast corner of Via Coconut and Corkscrew Road.
The Colonnade (on Corkscrew Road, opposite Genova)
The Colonnade will be a multi-family development proposed on Via Coconut across from Genova. It will be the first Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Estero.
Via Coconut (on via Coconut on the west side of Genova)
This is a new 20-Acre development on the West Side of Via Coconut, to the south of Corkscrew Road.
The development proposed includes 330 multifamily dwelling units, 29,600 square feet of commercial use, and a 10,000-square foot church or alternative commercial use.
The commercial development will likely include an animal clinic, banks and financial institutions, a bar, a broadcast studio (for commercial radio and television), cinemas, theaters, community gardens, and a public dog park on the south side of the property.
We are considering various options for the development, including restaurants and a convenience food and beverage store. Other possibilities are a cultural facility, a day care center, and a drugstore. We are also looking at a grocery store or food market, a hardware store, and businesses offering household and office furnishings. Additionally, we are considering insurance companies, dry-cleaning and laundry services, a library, a post office, and medical or dental labs.
The developer has dedicated a Public Park on the overall site to the Village and will maintain it in perpetuity. They are also planning pedestrian and road connections to the railroad right-of-way and Happy Hollow Lane. The development order will determine the need for a crosswalk. Planners will also examine Happy Hollow Lane to decide if they need a turnaround or cul-de-sac.
This major development will add a wide variety of additional commercial businesses to our location and has the potential for being a major attraction to our area.
Coconut Landing
The proposed development will be located off Coconut Road ¼ mile from the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort next to El Dorado Acres. Coconut Landing will feature 25 single-family homes with a private pool. The homes will have a VIP membership to the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort.
West Bay Club
The public held a hearing to discuss the request for a new high-rise at West Bay. The proposal seeks to increase the height from 20 stories over parking to 23 stories over parking, which is approximately 270 feet, plus an additional 20 feet for rooftop equipment. The plan calls for an 88-unit high-rise building on Pod 5 at the West Bay Club. The four units per floor with two penthouse levels would provide 88 units over one level of parking. The glass on the building will be non-reflective. West Bay Club is located at the end of Williams Road, west of U.S. 41. The Board recently approved the amendment with conditions.
The Tides at Pelican Landing
The applicant is in the process of repainting their apartment buildings and is requesting the Board to review five new exterior color schemes. The Tides at Pelican Landing is located on the west side of U.S. 41, south of Coconut Road. The applicant is in the process of repainting their 11 apartment buildings and was requesting the Board to review five new exterior color schemes as demonstrated in their presentation. They visited neighboring communities to review the existing color schemes to come up with the proposed paint palette. The request reduces the height and changes the multi-family to single-family residences and townhomes, replacing 74 units with 40 units. The application was recently approved.
Brightwork Real Estate, Estero Town Commons Place
The applicant proposes providing a convenience store with a gas station at the Estero Town Commons to service traffic heading to the interstate. They request a zoning amendment to include a deviation to allow a Wawa convenience store and fast-food restaurant with gas within 500 feet of an existing gas station to the north on Corkscrew Road. This property is located on the south side of Corkscrew Road on the parcel previously occupied by Ruby Tuesday close to Stoneybrook.
The New School Planned for Three Oaks near the Post Office.
Builders will construct new pre-K–8 schools on the east side of Three Oaks, near the Post Office. The school will serve 1,600 students and feature common areas like a media center, cafeteria, and gymnasium. The Estero Council has allocated $100,000 to enhance community recreational facilities. Residents will enjoy tennis, soccer, track, basketball, and outdoor restrooms outside school hours. To address traffic concerns, planners will install a new traffic signal, crosswalks, turn lanes, and stacked parental waiting lanes within the school grounds.
As of November 16th, the Lee County School Board has put this development on hold.
The development of the 60+acre land parcel on the Estero River
As it may be called, Estero on the River is the wooded land at the corner of U.S. 41 at its western edge and Corkscrew Road at its south. The meandering Estero River bisects the property. The COVID virus slowed the options for the property, but we are still considering them. This development is crucial for the Village of Estero and will likely blend carefully selected projects with the natural beauty surrounding the river, especially on the south side. While much of the property remains undeveloped, it includes a few buildings and a former orange grove.
The Lee Health Development on the Northwest corner of U.S. 41 and Coconut Road
The Plans for Lee Health’s 40+acre development have not yet been finalized. To date, there has been an opportunity for input from residents, and the outline suggestions for the property look very exciting. Suggestions for the property put forward include housing, a hotel, medical offices, health & wellness facilities, entertainment venue, restaurants, and open areas for public gatherings. The restaurant overlooks a lake and fountain and occupies the space where ‘Get Fried’ used to be.
The Brooks Town Center Development Plans
Plans put forward by Long Bay Developers to demolish the former Winn Dixie building, to build a four story 150+ residential apartment property has been the subject of recent discussions with the Village Council. At a council meeting on October 27th the council voted to acknowledge vesting for the use of “multi-family low-rise” by Long Bay Partners LLC only. Although they indicated that there were no vested rights which exists for a specific number of units, nor for a staff final plan approval process. It remains to be seen what the next steps are likely to be regarding this proposal.
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
Shoppes at University Highlands
The Shoppes at University Highlands have applied for a development order to add a one-story, 7,300 square foot commercial building on a vacant parcel on the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway just north of Miromar Outlets. It’s the fifth building for University Highlands, which includes 14 acres of retail, hotel and office properties. The new building is proposed to have 6,000 square feet of retail space and a 1,300-square-foot restaurant.
Houck Dermatology
The new Estero Medical Center Serving Lee County, including Estero, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral, is located on the northeast corner of Corkscrew Road and Three Oaks Parkway, across the street from Lowes in the Estero Medical Center at 10201 Arcos Ave, Suite 203 Estero, FL 33928.
Clean Machine Car Wash
Clean Machine, a drive-thru car wash business, will build their latest car wash approximately 200 feet north of Aldi’s on U.S. 41.
Oak & Stone Restaurant
Oak & Stone restaurant proposed 1,000 feet west of the intersection of Corkscrew Road and Interstate 75 in Estero Crossing, a mixed-use project under construction by Naples-based Stock Development. A more than 5,300-square-foot restaurant and bar with a covered patio is proposed for an outparcel. It will be the first Lee County location of Florida-based Oak & Stone, an artisan pizza and craft beer dining concept that launched a location at Logan Landings in North Naples in early 2020.
True Fashionistas to Participate in FGCU’s Internship Program
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) has selected True Fashionistas Resale, a designer resale and consignment store, as a business participant in the FGCU Bank of America sixth annual Student Small Business Readiness Certificate Program. The program pairs approved students and participating businesses for an approximately month-long intensive internship, shadowing, and mentorship curriculum from October to November. Students assigned to True Fashionistas will have a learning project to create a marketing campaign or customer database and a final project. The program culminates with a reception on the FGCU campus on Nov. 17. True Fashionistas will also provide an optional remote program.
Lids at Miromar Outlets
Lids have opened a new location at Miromar Outlets, located in Suite 167, next to the Nike Factory Outlet. The store offers 2,330 square feet of officially licensed sports and branded merchandise. This includes hats, apparel for men, women, and children, accessories, and Florida Gulf Coast University gear. Lids at Miromar Outlets will also feature a customization and embroidery station. Guests can customize hats and purchase licensed professional and collegiate gear.
The Food Rock Cafe
The Food Rock Café had a grand opening on Jul. 9 in Suite 440 at University Village in Fort Myers. The restaurant overlooks a lake and fountain and occupies the space where ‘Get Fried’ used to be. The Food Rock Café serves salads, daily homemade soups, hamburgers with fries, tacos, gyros, empanadas, and more. Many of the dishes have an island twist, with flavors and influences from chef and owner JD Damas’s Haitian homeland and the Colombian heritage of his wife and co-owner, Jennifer Verbel Damas. Call 239-257-1176.
AutoZone
AutoZone will locate their building in the Plaza Del Sol Commercial Planned Development subdivision, 10250 Arcos Avenue, adjacent to Culvers on the southeast corner of Puerto Way and Corkscrew Road. It will be on a 1.86-acre vacant parcel with a monument sign located at Corkscrew Road and Puerto Way.
Pavich Realty
Plans to convert a small existing property on Happy Hollow & Corkscrew Road for their office and small café.
Fifth Third Bank
A new Fifth Third Bank has been built on a vacant parcel at Miramar. The bank is now operational at the Miramar Square location.
Other Capital Improvements in the Village plans have been listed in the July 2021 Estero Life Magazine p14. (Greater Estero)
We researched this information in November 2021 and believe it to be as accurate as possible for that date.
FAQs In Greater Estero
1. What is Verdana Village and what will it include?
Verdana Village is a new master-planned community on East Corkscrew Road. It will feature The Shoppes at Verdana Village, a shopping center with over 78,000 square feet of space for grocery, retail, medical, and dining options, anchored by Publix and Publix Liquor store. The community will also include 2,400 single-family homes with lake and preserve views.
2. What is the scope of the Estero Crossing development?
Estero Crossing will include 60,000 square feet of retail space and six three-story luxury apartment buildings with 306 residences. Construction for the retail buildings will start later this summer.
3. What features will the new Estero Fire Rescue Station offer?
The Estero Fire Rescue Station No. 45 will be a 19,200 square-foot facility with three drive-through bays, two back-in bays, a dayroom, kitchen, bunk rooms, a fitness room, and a multi-purpose training room. It will also feature a biodiversity garden and fitness trail.
4. What is the status of the Corkscrew Crossing project?
Corkscrew Crossing is seeking approval for phase one, which includes 141 lots and an entry feature. The full project will have 554 single-family homes and a common recreation area, developed in three phases.
5. What is Edera and its current status?
Edera is a four-story, 180-apartment community on Williams Road and Via Coconut. 13th Floor Investments is developing the project on a 13-acre site, and it is nearing completion.
6. What changes are proposed?
An amendment for Genova suggests replacing condominium buildings 5 and 6 with single-family homes and townhomes. This change will reduce the number of units from 74 to 40, including 14 single-family homes.
7. What is planned for Via Coconut?
The Via Coconut development will cover 20 acres with 330 multi-family units, 29,600 square feet of commercial space, and a 10,000-square-foot church or alternative commercial use. It will also include a variety of potential commercial businesses and community facilities.
8. What is the Coconut Landing project?
Coconut Landing will feature 25 single-family homes with private pools and VIP membership to the Coconut Point Hyatt Resort.
9. What changes are proposed for West Bay Club?
A proposed high-rise at West Bay Club wants to increase its height from 20 stories to 23 stories. This includes two penthouse levels. The building will have a total of 88 units and use non-reflective glass.
10. What is Brightwork Real Estate proposing?
Brightwork Real Estate proposes a convenience store with a gas station at Estero Town Commons. They request a zoning amendment to allow a Wawa convenience store and fast-food restaurant within 500 feet of an existing gas station.
