SANIBEL, FLORIDA
Seawall Repair Sanibel
Seawall repair in Sanibel has a ceiling: a new or repaired seawall cap may be no higher than 4.5 feet NAVD (Sec. 126-101, Ord. 22-001).
We connect Sanibel owners in Shell Harbor, Sanibel Harbors and the other walled canal areas with licensed marine contractors who build to it.
Free inspection, a written scope, no obligation.
Where walls are allowed
Seawalls are allowed only in human-made canals in listed areas, including Shell Harbor, Sanibel Isles, Water Shadows and the canals between Periwinkle Way and San Carlos Bay.
Repair or rebuilding needs a development permit; a new wall needs Planning Commission approval.
Why it matters
Construction rules
Walls need an engineer’s design and as-built certification, toe embedment of at least 40% of wall height and a 10 foot native planting strip. Ian brought 9 to 13 feet of water above ground on eastern Sanibel.
What a free inspection includes
A contractor comes to your property, looks at the structure above and below the waterline where needed, and tells you what is actually happening.
You get a written scope and estimate. No obligation, no trip fee.
- On-site assessment of the structure and surrounding soil
- Photos and a plain-English explanation of the problem
- Written estimate with scope and materials
- Repair versus replacement guidance where both are options
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Serving waterfront Florida
Local waterways, permit offices, and conditions vary by region. Pick yours.
Get a free inspection
No obligation, no trip fee. A licensed marine contractor in Lee County will call you to arrange a time.
Find out what your waterfront needs
A licensed marine contractor in Lee County will inspect your seawall, dock, or lift at no cost and put it in writing.