A law firm investigating permit fraud in Collier County for a state licensing board has identified a handful of firms and professionals that could be involved. Those involved could face disciplinary ...

The owner of a local design firm accused of permit fraud in Collier County has denied any wrongdoing. In answer to a civil lawsuit, Octavio Sarmiento Jr., with ASSA Designs LLC, refutes allegations of ...

Collier County commissioners have approved a no-bid contract to expedite the construction of an emergency berm to protect upland property left vulnerable by Hurricane Ian. At their last board meeting ...

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has extended the deadline for public comment on a long-sought permit for a controversial rural village known as Bellmar in eastern Collier County.

Drastic times call for drastic measures and this Monday afternoon, Marco Island is dealing with a massive backlog when it comes to construction projects. Since Hurricane Irma, permit requests have ...

Good Mood Ranch in East Naples faces potential closure due to unpermitted land clearing and wetland disturbance. Owners Luc and Karen Goemaere are in a dispute with Collier County and the South ...