A real estate development project in Playa del Carmen has been ordered to foot the bill for rescuing a group of white-tailed deer displaced by urban expansion.
The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) launched an investigation after residents reported sightings of the endangered deer roaming freely in the city’s streets. An inspection visit revealed that a private housing complex, located in the Playacar Phase 2 Condominium, had been cleared of secondary vegetation from its surrounding forest without proper authorization.
The removal of this vegetation was deemed to be in direct contravention of environmental regulations, and Profepa has since closed the property. The developer is now liable for paying the costs associated with rescuing and relocating the affected deer.
Profepa will closely monitor compliance with this order, ensuring that the necessary measures are taken to protect these endangered animals. The move comes as a welcome response to growing concerns about the impact of urban development on wildlife habitats in Playa del Carmen.
Environmental authorities have long warned of the dangers posed by unregulated real estate expansion, highlighting the need for stricter controls and enforcement to safeguard Mexico’s precious biodiversity.
In this instance, Profepa has taken decisive action to hold accountable those responsible for encroaching on protected areas. By doing so, it sends a clear message that the protection of Mexico’s natural heritage will not be compromised by unchecked development.
Source: 889 Noticias
