Valleseco Joins Canary Islands Natural Environment Protection Agency

Key Details

• The municipality of Valleseco officially becomes a member of the Canary Islands Natural Environment Protection Agency after signing an adhesion agreement on November 26, 2025.

Purpose of Collaboration

• This collaboration allows Valleseco to delegate key environmental oversight tasks such as monitoring urban planning violations, especially in rural and agricultural areas, to the agency.
• The move aligns with the region's broader efforts to improve environmental regulation and enforcement, ensuring better protection of natural spaces and more efficient handling of urban infractions.

Financial and Contractual Aspects

• Valleseco commits to an annual financial contribution of nearly 6,000 euros to support the agency’s work, which could be adjusted in future years.
• The agreement will last four years, with options for extension or early termination within the set timeframe.
• The municipality retains the ability to withdraw unilaterally, though ongoing cases at the time of withdrawal will continue to be processed by the agency.

Benefits and Significance

This partnership is important for residents, as it promises more consistent enforcement of environmental rules and urban planning standards, helping to safeguard the region’s natural beauty and prevent illegal constructions.

• It reflects the regional push towards more coordinated and collaborative local and regional governance on environmental issues.
• Crucial for sustainable development in the Canary Islands.