Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) – The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) has closed eight more construction projects in Puerto Vallarta for not submitting environmental impact authorization from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat).
Although the property names have not been released by the government, it is believed that Marina Residences, Distrio Natura, Nima Bay and Zoho Zen, and the construction of a restaurant in front of Lazaro Cardenas square are among the closures.
The real estate developments did not present any authorization, so the government proceeded with article 170 of the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection, which states that when there is an imminent risk to the ecological imbalance, a temporary closure may be imposed.
In January, the government closed construction on the real estate developments of Carmelina, Harbor 171, Soho, and D’vine for not complying with federal regulations.
An environmental impact study (EIS) is a report that assesses the potential environmental effects of a proposed development or project. The purpose of an EIS is to evaluate the potential impacts of the proposed project on the environment and to identify ways to mitigate any negative effects.
The EIS process typically begins with a scoping phase, where the scope and objectives of the study are defined. This is followed by an analysis phase, where the potential environmental impacts of the project are identified and evaluated. The analysis may include consideration of impacts on air quality, water resources, soil quality, wildlife and ecosystems, and human health and safety.
Once the potential impacts have been identified, the EIS will consider ways to minimize or mitigate those impacts. This may involve identifying alternative development scenarios, implementing mitigation measures, or developing plans to address any potential adverse effects.
The final EIS is typically submitted to relevant regulatory agencies for review and approval, and may be subject to public review and comment. The EIS may be used to inform decisions about whether or not to approve the proposed project, or to impose conditions on its development to minimize its environmental impact.
Overall, the goal of an environmental impact study is to provide decision-makers and stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project, so that informed decisions can be made about its development.
Puerto Vallarta’s City Council routinely issues building permits without environmental studies to the highest bidders.
