Profepa closed three projects in Tulum recently. (PHOTO: La Jornada Maya)
TULUM, Q. Roo – Government officials have sealed off three projects in the vicinity of the Tulum National Park after it was discovered they lacked proper authorization.
The Federal Environmental Protection Agency (Profepa) shut down the projects once they realized none of them had the required environmental impact authorization that would have been issued by the Secretariat Of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat).
The closures came after numerous public complaints against the companies performing the work, demanding action that has destroyed the natural resources in the area of Punta Piedra.
Profepa’s Akumal regional office stopped the work of tourist developments that were being constructed without full authorization. The 1,600-square-meter project of Amansala or Casa Miel was suspended due to lack of environmental impact authorization for the construction of masonry work for a new restaurant La Chiquita.
Construction for Hotel Turquesa, which covered over 1,700 square meters, was also suspended for lack of authorization, while a third project discovered in the zone of Punta Piedra was shut down for the removal of coastal sand dunes to make way for houses.
Profepa officials confirmed that all three projects threatened natural species of the chit palm and striped iguana, both of which are found in the Official Mexican Standard. They added that there will be permanent surveillance on the projects to prevent further building. Fines as well as the restoration of any ecosystem damage will be imposed.
Source: rivieramayanews.com
Comments
more recommended stories
Yucatán ranks first nationwide when it comes to labor occupationMérida, Yucatán.- Yucatán reported 98.2% occupation.
Tecoh police officers who murdered detainee sentenced to 30 years in jailThe victim died in their custody..
There will be ‘bochorno’ and scattered rains this Wednesday in YucatánCold front should enter the Peninsula.
How much does the Hanal Pixán Pib cost?MÉRIDA.- “Hanal Pixán” or Day of.
Rehabilitation of the Ciclovía and road section Chablekal-Dzibilchaltún in MéridaMerida, Yucatan (October 26, 2021).- Making.
Neem, the wonder tree against fungi, diabetes and even stressMerida Yucatan, October 26, 2021, (Víctor Hugo.
Indigenous Peoples not allowed into World’s ‘Most Inclusive’ Climate ConferenceIndigenous peoples comprise less than 5.
Yucatecan student wins medal in the Women’s Pan American Mathematics OlympiadMérida, Yucatán, (October 26, 2021).- María.
Environmentalists announce demonstration against hotel project in Punta Nizuc, CancunThe works of the hotel of.
With an Enigmatic Vaquería, the Festival de las Ánimas officially starts in MéridaMÉRIDA, Yucatán, (October 26, 2021).- On.
Leave a Comment