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December 1, 2023

Muğla Metropolitan Municipality Fights Against Illegal Construction and Protects the Environment with 189 Lawsuits


Report:
Muğla Metropolitan Municipality is actively fighting against regulations that could potentially harm the environment and illegal construction. The municipality has taken legal action by filing a total of 189 environmental and zoning cases. Muğla, being one of Turkey’s most important tourist destinations, is focused on both environmental investments and legal battles to protect the environment and nature. The municipality has filed these lawsuits to change site degrees, prevent construction in unique bays, protect agricultural areas, and halt different construction projects. Out of the 189 cases, 24 have been won and concluded, while 42 are still ongoing in a higher court. On the other hand, 25 cases have been concluded against the Metropolitan Municipality, and 78 cases are currently continuing with objections.

ESG Risks:
1. Legal risk: The regulations regarding illegal construction and environmental harm can pose legal risks for companies operating in Muğla.
2. Environmental risk: The potential harm to the environment due to illegal construction and other activities poses a risk to the ESG performance of companies in the region.
3. Reputation risk: Companies operating in Muğla may face reputational risks if they are associated with illegal construction or environmental harm.

Vulnerable Groups:
There is no specific mention of vulnerable groups in the provided content.

Organisations:
1. Muğla Metropolitan Municipality: The municipality is actively fighting against regulations and taking legal action to protect the environment and prevent illegal construction.

Regions:
1. Muğla, Turkey: The content specifically mentions Muğla as the focus of the municipality’s efforts to protect the environment and combat illegal construction.

Sectors:
1. Construction sector: The content refers to regulations related to construction and the municipality’s efforts to prevent illegal construction.

Keywords:
Muğla Metropolitan Municipality, legal fight, regulations, illegal construction, environment, nature, lawsuits, environmental investments, zoning cases, unique bays, agricultural areas, construction works, ESG risks, vulnerable groups, reputation risk, construction sector.

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