Unstoppable Construction Chaos in Tulum’s Solimán Bay

Despite injunction suspensions and its proximity to a crucial sea turtle nesting area, construction of the Adamar Solimán development at Solimán Bay in Tulum continues unabated. Antonella Vázquez Cavedón, a representative from the non-profit Defending the Right to a Healthy Environment, stated that the conditions set by a federal judge to halt construction due to environmental law infringements are being ignored.

"They continue to build, despite ongoing legal proceedings against Profepa in various courts. The authorities are misleading the court and allowing this construction, which has already reached its fourth floor. Both the image and the clientele these apartments are being marketed to are concerning," said Vázquez.

Inspectors from multiple agencies, including the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa), the municipality of Tulum, the Secretary of Sustainable Urban Territorial Development (Sedetus), and the Attorney for Environmental Protection of Quintana Roo, have visited the site. However, none have been successful in halting the construction at Tankah IV.

Vázquez detailed, "The project plans to have seven floors and 24 apartments, covering around 700 square meters. In January, we lodged a complaint with the three levels of government, stating that they're selling without permits. We have a sea turtle nesting area on one side and a mangrove on the other."

Currently, there are at least five injunction lawsuits that have resulted in suspensions, ordering the relevant authorities to cease operations. Despite the environmental organization's persistence, it was confirmed this week that work continues.

The real estate development lacks an Environmental Impact Statement, urban compatibility license, and regular construction permits, according to the complainants. They have vowed to continue their fight and take it to other authorities if necessary.