UEP construction begins in Cape Coral

CAPE CORAL, FL -

A huge section of Cape Coral looks more like a construction zone right now. The controversial Utilities Expansion Project is underway in the Southwest 6/7.

Crews are digging up streets -- all in an effort to bring city water and sewer services to the area. It's now one of the nation's largest utility projects.

The expensive undertaking is finally taking shape. We've reported for years on the troubled quest to get this $100 million project up off the ground.

Crews are ripping up the roads and installing sewer pipes. It's a slow process that, when complete, will bring many more people online with city services.

"Just a lot of dust, you've got to deal with," said resident John Ramsey.

UEP -- just a mention provokes either excitement or outrage in the Cape.

"Most subdivisions, when you get ready to build, you put the sewer, water and the streets -- then you build your house. Not Cape Coral," Ramsey said.

Homeowners, assessed almost $20,000 each, finally see what their money is buying them.

"It's a little noisy. It's a little noisy. You know they've got big machines," said resident Oziel Betancourt.

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UEP construction begins in Cape Coral