Disaster Recovery Debris Pickup

The City of Bonita Springs is mobilizing disaster recovery provider, Crowder, for Hurricane Helene Debris pickup.  They will be collecting four types of storm debris. Each type needs to be in a separate pile to be collected.

The four types include:
– Electronic Waste
– Construction Debris (C&D)
– Vegetation
– Appliances

How to put debris out:
– Electronic waste such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners and televisions should be placed in a separate pile.
– Construction and demolition debris includes carpet, furniture, shingles, fencing and other debris resulting from storm damage to homes and structures. This debris will be collected from the curb on multiple passes.
– Vegetative debris includes tree branches, logs and plants. This debris should not be bagged and can be left at the curb. This debris will be collected on multiple passes.
– Appliances can be left at the curb with all food removed. This debris will be picked up on multiple passes.

Bonita Springs has crews assessing flooded structures throughout the city. Please be aware of permit requirements for repairs after storms. It is very important for residents who may have experienced wind damage or water intrusion in their homes to understand that permits are required for repairs in the Special Flood Hazard area. Please contact the Bonita Springs Community Development at 239-444-6150 for assistance with permit requirements and resources. Bonita Springs residents with water intrusion in their homes post-storm may send an email to floodinfo@cityofbonitaspringscd.org.

Structures that do not meet the current flood requirements for the flood zone that they are located in are subject to the 50% rule. This rule limits the improvements or repairs on buildings to 50% of the Market Value before the entire structure is required to be brought into full compliance with current flood regulations. If the value of a repair or improvement is more than 50% of the market value, the structure is considered Substantially Damaged or Substantially improved. If a structure is Substantially Damaged or Substantially improved, it must be brought in compliance with current flood regulations including potentially elevating the building. For additional information, please visit the community development website.