The Environment and Resources Authority this morning said it is objecting to a controversial development being proposed for the ridge of Zebbug, Gozo. The development proposal is for six apartments, parking and pool and has been met with resistance from nearby residents and NGOs.
The Malta Independent on Sunday has reported the case in detail on 19 March.
The ERA today said it has put forward its opinion that "no development and works should be allowed to take place within the area earmarked for a development proposal of six apartments, parking and pool in Zebbug (Gozo)."
Upping the ante, the ERA said that, "Should the development still be given the green light by the Planning Authority, ERA may not be in a position to grant the nature and tree permits that are legally required to accommodate the proposed interventions."
The ERA's objection to the proposed development was provided to the Planning Authority on 23 March 2017, in its capacity as an external consultee and an interested party.
In its position, ERA put forward its concerns about the strong visual impact and the significant degradation that the proposed development is envisaged to have on the environmentally sensitive site.
It said, "The interventions being proposed would degrade the environment through the loss of natural habitat from extensive construction.
"In addition, ERA envisages that the proposal would adversely impact the valley system and its overall rural character, and would require the uprooting of existing trees and other vegetation typically found on such cliff sides."
from The Malta Independent http://ift.tt/2oi9Ku8
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