Big Decisions Ahead: Summercrest, Broadway Crossing & Coconut Trace Hotel Go to Public Hearing

The Village of Estero is about to weigh in on three projects that could shape the community’s future look and feel. On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., the Planning, Zoning & Design Board (PZDB) will hold public hearings on:

Summercrest – 153 townhomes planned for the northeast corner of Corkscrew Road & Sandy Lane

Broadway Crossing – a 17-home neighborhood near Broadway Avenue East and Sandy Lane

Coconut Trace Hotel – a proposed 122-room, four-story hotel across from Coconut Point Mall on Lyden Drive

These meetings are open to the public, which means residents can show up, ask questions, and share their opinions before decisions are made.

Breaking Down the Projects
Summercrest: Townhome Living on Corkscrew

Estero has seen plenty of single-family subdivisions, but Summercrest brings a different flavor: 153 attached townhomes. Townhomes often appeal to first-time buyers, young professionals, and downsizers looking for lower maintenance while still enjoying a neighborhood feel.

If approved, this project would add density along Corkscrew Road—already one of Estero’s busiest corridors—which makes traffic and access key concerns for neighbors.

Broadway Crossing: A Smaller-Scale Neighborhood

Broadway Crossing is on the other end of the spectrum: a more intimate 17 single-family homes tucked south of Broadway Avenue East and west of Sandy Lane.

This proposal raises questions about how a smaller community will blend with nearby residential areas. Think along the lines of: Will it add safe road connections? What kind of buffering will protect existing homeowners?

Coconut Trace Hotel: Hospitality Meets Retail

The most talked-about item may be the Coconut Trace Hotel—a four-story, 122-room hotel across from Coconut Point Mall. The site, at 22910 Lyden Drive, sits in a commercial area already filled with shopping, dining, and entertainment.

For Estero, this could mean more visitor traffic to local businesses, new hospitality jobs, and an even stronger pull as a destination. But it also sparks the usual questions:

• How will the height and design fit in with the surrounding area?
• Will traffic near Coconut Point and U.S. 41 increase noticeably?
• What buffers or landscaping will soften the impact for nearby residents?

Why You Should Care

Public hearings aren’t just boxes to check—they’re one of the best chances for residents to shape development before it’s built. The PZDB doesn’t just look at architecture and landscaping; it weighs traffic, compatibility, and community input when making recommendations to Village Council.

By showing up or submitting a comment, you can:

• Support projects that bring new housing or business opportunities.
• Raise concerns about traffic, design, or infrastructure.
• Make sure developers address community quality-of-life issues.

How to Get Involved
When: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Where: Estero Village Hall - 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL 33928
How: You can attend in person and sign up to speak, or submit written comments ahead of time.

The Bottom Line
Estero is balancing growth with preserving the charm and livability that drew people here in the first place. Whether it’s a townhome community, a pocket neighborhood, or a hotel across from Coconut Point, these projects will leave their mark on the Village for decades to come.