Land Clearing in Lee County, FL

Coastal Contracting SFL provides land clearing services across Lee County for residential and commercial properties.

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  • Invasive species like Brazilian pepper and melaleuca are removed in full compliance with Florida statutes
  • Stump grinding and grubbing leaves the ground ready for slab or foundation work
  • Wetland buffer and SFWMD setback requirements are assessed before clearing begins
  • Rough grading after clearing supports proper drainage on Lee County's poorly drained sandy soils
  • Native and protected tree identification reduces the risk of fines or replanting orders
  • Full debris removal leaves the lot clean and accessible for your contractor or builder
A cleared residential lot in Lee County, Florida showing bare sandy soil with stumps ground down and all brush and invasive vegetation removed. Heavy equipment is staged at the edge of the cleared area with a flat, construction-ready pad visible.

Expert Land Clearing in Lee County, FL

Land clearing in Lee County means more than cutting down brush. Lee County properties often carry a mix of native vegetation and invasive species, including Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, saw palmetto, and slash pine. Each type requires a specific removal approach to stay compliant with Florida law. Lee County's sandy flatwoods soils and shallow limestone bedrock also affect how clearing and grubbing work at depth. Properties near canals, wetlands, or waterbodies face additional setback requirements under South Florida Water Management District rules. Clearing in those buffer zones without the right review can result in stop-work orders. At Coastal Contracting SFL, we assess site conditions before any equipment moves. We handle tree and stump removal, grubbing, debris clearing, and rough grading to leave your lot ready for the next phase. Whether you are building a home, preparing acreage, or clearing a commercial site in Lee County, call us to schedule a site visit.

What's included

  • Invasive species like Brazilian pepper and melaleuca are removed in full compliance with Florida statutes
  • Stump grinding and grubbing leaves the ground ready for slab or foundation work
  • Wetland buffer and SFWMD setback requirements are assessed before clearing begins
  • Rough grading after clearing supports proper drainage on Lee County's poorly drained sandy soils
  • Native and protected tree identification reduces the risk of fines or replanting orders
  • Full debris removal leaves the lot clean and accessible for your contractor or builder
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Land Clearing FAQ

Common questions about land clearing in Lee County, FL.

Most land clearing projects in Lee County require a Vegetation Removal Permit from Lee County Development Services. Properties near wetlands, canals, or waterbodies may also need an Environmental Resource Permit from SFWMD or DEP.

Yes, we remove invasive species including Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, and Australian pine across Lee County properties. Each species is handled using Florida-compliant methods specific to that vegetation type.

A gopher tortoise survey is required before clearing begins on most Lee County upland properties. If burrows are found, a relocation permit from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is needed before work can proceed.

Clearing within 25 to 50 feet of wetlands, canals, or waterbodies in Lee County is regulated under SFWMD permit requirements. We review setback distances and waterway classifications before any clearing begins on water-adjacent lots.

Our land clearing service covers tree removal, stump grinding, brush and vegetation clearing, grubbing, and rough grading to prepare your Lee County lot for construction. Debris is removed from the site so your builder has a clean, accessible pad.

Call Coastal Contracting SFL to schedule an on-site assessment of your Lee County property. We review vegetation, soil conditions, and any wetland or setback factors before providing a scope of work.

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Darin at Coastal Contracting was great. He discussed what I needed when he arrived and we talked about different ideas and options to get the best outcome. He was very polite and professional and my site turned out great. I could not be happier with how it looks after hiring one of the best around. He even hand-raked a few spots that most other people would've just left for me to finish. Will certainly call him again and refer him to anyone who wants great work done.

Hugh Hetser Google review · June 2026

Great service, highly recommend, clean, fast and done within the scheduled time.

Alejandro Paz Google review · June 2026

They did a very good job at grading leveling out the land I would recommend them to anyone

Rusty Davis Google review · June 2026

Darin is very informative and did a great job with grading and paving my driveway

Trynity Hester Google review · July 2026

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