Profepa shuts down illegal Tulum development for eco violations

Tulum, Mexico — The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) executed a definitive closure order on Tuesday against the Adamar Solimán real estate development, a six-story, 24-unit residential complex located in the coastal area of Bahía Punta Solimán, Tulum.

Violations of Environmental Regulations and Defiance of Closure Orders

According to environmental authorities, the measure was taken after the developer repeatedly violated previously imposed closure seals and continued construction without the legally required environmental impact authorization.

The project, promoted by a developer identified as Adamar, had obtained a municipal construction license issued on February 13, 2024. However, the permit was conditional, restricting the development to no more than five floors and 16 units, in addition to requiring compliance with existing environmental regulations.

Despite multiple closures by Profepa, the developer filed an injunction against federal, state, and municipal authorities to continue construction. The project was even advertised on social media, offering 24 units spread across seven floors, with prices reaching several million dollars.

Environmental Damage in an Ecologically Sensitive Zone

The environmental authority reported that, in addition to unauthorized construction, complaints were filed regarding environmental damage due to the developer’s failure to comply with regulations in a coastal area of high ecological sensitivity. The situation worsened as the developer persisted in continuing construction, disregarding precautionary measures imposed by authorities.

Second Illegal Construction Also Shut Down

During the same operation, Profepa also closed another illegal construction in the same area, identified as the "Maim" project. This development involved three buildings erected on the beach without construction permits or environmental impact assessments. The site had already been suspended in February 2025, with a fine exceeding one million pesos, but construction resumed through legal appeals that were ultimately overruled by environmental authorities.

Strengthened Enforcement in Tulum’s Fragile Zones

The closures reflect a stricter stance by Profepa against developments that threaten Tulum’s ecological balance, particularly in fragile areas like Punta Solimán. Authorities indicated that further inspections will be conducted in the region to verify compliance with environmental regulations by other ongoing projects.