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Tenerife Authorities Approve Minor Modification to Anaga Rural Park Management Plan Despite Legal Challenge

Published: June 25, 2025|environment-and-sustainability|Gobierno de Canarias

Legal Update on Anaga Rural Park Management Plan

Recent Decision

  • The Tenerife Cabildo has officially approved a minor update to the management plan of the Anaga Rural Park.
  • This decision was finalized during a session held on January 31, 2025.
  • The move faces legal pushback from the Tinerfeña Association of Nature Friends, which has filed a lawsuit against the approval.
  • The case is now pending in the Superior Court of Justice of the Canary Islands, with proceedings underway.

This legal challenge highlights tension around environmental and land management policies, which can impact local residents, conservation efforts, and land use planning.

Court Proceedings

  • The Court is currently considering whether to review the case.
  • Interested parties are invited to participate within nine days of this notice.

Significance

  • Why it matters: The outcome could influence future decisions on local development and conservation strategies.
  • It may affect community access and natural preservation in the iconic Anaga area.
  • For residents and visitors alike, the legal dispute underscores ongoing debates over land use before any final ruling comes into effect.