Reports from the Cabildo's Environment and Historical Heritage departments, along with those from the Insular Water Council, detail serious impacts on archaeological sites and the protected natural environment. The operations, including excavation and earthmoving, have directly affected the Asset of Cultural Interest classified as the Archaeological Zone of Cañada de la Mar, altering or destroying at least five sites.
Historical Heritage concluded that the interventions have caused irreparable damage and the loss of stone structures related to the pre-Hispanic communities of Gran Canaria. The lack of a comprehensive archaeological study and monitoring for the preservation of these assets has been noted, leading to the matter being transferred to the Government of the Canary Islands, which is competent in such infringements.
The Department of Environment has stated that the reported incidents were communicated to the Canarian Agency for Environmental Protection. Furthermore, it is not recorded that the Mogán City Council or the company Costa Canaria de Veneguera have requested the mandatory environmental compatibility report prior to any licensing.
Due to difficulties in land access and obstruction by the company, Environment agents were deployed by helicopter to inspect the interventions. This aerial inspection allowed for verification of the works' status and the drafting of inspection reports to be added to the ongoing administrative files.
The Cabildo has been conducting continuous monitoring of the area for months, previously warning in technical reports about the scale of the interventions and their potential impact on habitats, protected vegetation, archaeological heritage, and the landscape. It was noted that some actions might exceed the scope of granted authorizations.
The Seprona is continuing its investigations under the direction of the Public Prosecutor's Office to clarify the circumstances and determine responsibilities. The Cabildo is coordinating its actions with the Canarian Agency for Environmental Protection and the Insular Water Council.
