So much for neighbor helping neighbor in a Southwest Florida county stand-off.

Charlotte County is beginning a process that could lead to a lawsuit against its neighbor to the south — Lee County. At issue: New regulations on parking in the resort community of Boca Grande.

Charlotte commissioners Tuesday voted unanimously to begin what's called governmental conflict resolution with Lee.

The beef is about the parking rules approved by Lee commissioners a few months ago. The parking ordinance sets up a permit system for people to visit the gulf-front town. Boca Grande is close to Charlotte County, but it is part of Lee.

For many years Charlotte residents have travelled to Boca to enjoy the beaches, shop at the downtown stores and dine at the restaurants and cafes.

Under the Lee County re

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