Environmental Lawyer Says New Law Lacks Oversight for Municipal Construction Permits
An environmental lawyer says Mexico's new ecological law doesn't guarantee real oversight of municipal construction permits and urban density changes.
Development
Work Begins on Rehabilitation of Punta Esmeralda Beach Access in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen launched a nearly 23 million peso project to rehabilitate the access road and facilities at Punta Esmeralda…
Cancun Doubles Electrification Projects in Underserved Neighborhoods
Cancun has doubled electrification projects in underserved neighborhoods to 19 in 2026, backed by CFE, benefiting over 1,200 residents.
ViveStorage Breaks Ground on Cancún Home Depot Location, TVS Motor Opens First Dealership
ViveStorage starts construction on its ninth branch at a Cancún Home Depot, while TVS Motor inaugurates its first motorcycle dealership…
Mexico Rejects Environmental Permit for Bacalar Lagoon Hotel
Mexico's environmental authority denied the permit for the Hacienda San Agustín hotel, blocking construction on Bacalar's waterfront.
Yucatán Groups Question Mérida Plan for Prioritizing Cars Over Pedestrians and Cyclists
Civic groups in Yucatán argue Mérida's Metropolitan Well-Being Plan prioritizes cars over pedestrians and cyclists, urging safer street designs.
Officials Expand Caminos Ancestrales to Boost Mobility and Tourism in Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Governor Mara Lezama and Mayor Mary Hernández announced the expansion of the Caminos Ancestrales project, including 1.2 km of roadwork…
Semarnat Authorizes Sand Extraction for Playa del Carmen Beach Recovery
Semarnat approves a five-year permit to dredge sand and rebuild a dune on an eroded Playa del Carmen beach.
Crews Begin Installing First Elevated Section of Cancún’s Kukulcán Interchange
More than 200 workers are building the Kukulcán Interchange in Cancún, now over 40% complete with a federal investment of…
Mayakan Gas Pipeline Expansion Reaches 65 Percent Completion
Officials say the $2 billion Mayakan gas pipeline expansion is 65% complete across four Mexican states.