Santa Maria da Feira approves municipal master plan revision

The municipal executive unanimously approved the second revision of the Municipal Master Plan (PDM), which increases construction capacity for housing, commerce, and services, and expands areas for economic activities by approximately 11%. The proposal, which follows a public consultation process with over 1,000 submissions, must now be submitted to the Municipal Assembly for final approval.

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If you are a resident or prospective homeowner in Santa Maria da Feira, this plan will define the rules for future housing and infrastructure development in the municipality once it passes the final legislative stage.

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