An AICP certified planner with more than 14 years of experience, Ben Smith is a recognized leader in the planning industry working closely with more than a dozen local municipalities – from the North Bay Village in Dade County to the City of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island. With extensive knowledge and experience in review of site plans, variances, special exceptions and rezoning, Smith has also been instrumental in preparing many Comprehensive Plan Amendments and Land Development Code revisions. His work is evident throughout numerous projects conducted in the Village of Estero and City of Fort Myers including the establishment of the Midtown future land use category.