Naples Pier Reconstruction Has Progressed
Construction crews are building a new Naples Pier following the destruction caused by Hurricane Ian.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Construction
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Work crews are currently constructing the new Naples Pier, a project aimed at replacing the landmark destroyed by Hurricane Ian on Sept. 28, 2022. The $26 million initiative incorporates upgraded materials to improve future storm resilience.
Why it matters
The pier is a critical local landmark, and this construction project uses federal funding and modern design to replace the structure lost during the 2022 storm. Rebuilding is essential for maintaining the coastal infrastructure and public access to the city waterfront.
The project represents a $26 million investment, supported by $11.4 million in FEMA grant funding. Construction crews have already repurposed 59 pilings weighing 300 tons to the Wasmer reef site.
The players
Naples City Council
This local government body oversees city infrastructure projects and manages the contracts for municipal public works.
Shoreline Foundation
This construction firm was selected to execute the design and physical rebuild of the new pier structure.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
This federal agency provides grants and support for the reconstruction of public infrastructure following declared natural disasters.
The details
Shoreline Foundation holds the contract to build the new structure at the end of 12th Ave. South. Workers spent four months demolishing the remains of the old pier before starting the current phase of construction in early 2026.
Timeline
Sept. 28, 2022: Hurricane Ian destroyed the original Naples Pier.
October 2024: The Naples City Council awarded the construction contract to Shoreline Foundation.
January 2026: Construction began on the new pier structure.
April 2026: Crews relocated 59 pilings to the Wasmer reef site.
July 2027: The construction project is expected to reach completion.
Market Landscape
The project follows a standard regional recovery trajectory after the Hurricane Ian 2022 coastal destruction. This effort mirrors larger efforts in coastal cities to fortify infrastructure against future storm surges while utilizing federal recovery funds.
Residents and visitors should expect ongoing construction activity at the 12th Ave. South site through the middle of 2027. Public access to the pier will remain restricted while crews install the new storm-resilient materials.
The takeaway
The project serves as a model for how cities can leverage federal aid to build more resilient coastal structures after major weather events. Residents should rely on municipal updates to track the 14- to 18-month construction timeline.
What happens next
The construction project is expected to reach completion in July 2027.
Further reading
For more information on infrastructure projects in the city, visit the Construction section.
More information
To view real-time progress on the site, visit the Live pier construction camera.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The News-Press.
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