Review of Application for Legalization of Unauthorized Construction Amid Environmental Concerns
November 2, 2026
Environmental organizations Terra Cypria and BirdLife Cyprus are calling on the Interior Minister to reject the application for the legalization of the Church of Famagusta's illegal constructions. This application involves zoning violations and unauthorized buildings in Ayia Napa. The Study Committee for Exceptions (ΣΥΜΕΠΑ) is set to meet to assess the situation, but environmental authorities have already expressed opposition. The organizations emphasize the legal and factual violations related to the proposed development. The final decision rests with the Cabinet, which needs to consider the organizations' arguments.