Can Tulum grow without pushing locals out?
Tulum is navigating the effects of rapid growth and rising prices, as gentrification reshapes life for locals and prompts reflection on sustainable development in the Riviera Maya.
Reporting and analysis on property, permits, development risk, legality, market trends, and investor context in Tulum.
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Tulum is navigating the effects of rapid growth and rising prices, as gentrification reshapes life for locals and prompts reflection on sustainable development in the Riviera Maya.
Tulum’s mayor Diego Castañón Trejo joined a Morena workshop focused on the “Second Floor” of the Fourth Transformation, aiming to strengthen human-centered governance in Quintana Roo.
Parque Jaguar in Tulum, once a conservation symbol, now faces allegations of fraud, nepotism, and corruption, threatening its mission and public trust in Riviera Maya.
Tulum denied environmental approval for two luxury projects in Tankah IV, after both began construction without permits, triggering legal battles and damage to protected dune ecosystems.
Tulum Bay, a proposed luxury condo project in Tankah IV, has entered environmental review amid concerns over impacts to sensitive ecosystems on Tulum’s rapidly developing coast.
Riviera Maya Residences is transforming real estate in Mexico’s Caribbean coast with a local-first platform offering professional listings, visibility tools, and end-to-end property management.
Mexico advances a new law for free beach access in protected areas, driven by Tulum’s mayor and supported nationwide. This could reshape tourism and public rights along the coastline.
Tulum’s Traffic Department begins reclaiming public spaces in Aldea Zamá to improve mobility and order, responding to resident complaints and setting the tone for citywide enforcement.
From the family-run cement yards of Argentina to the sacred lands of Tulum, Matías Carosio has never just built structures—he’s built belonging. As a business developer at Grupo Inmobilia and the mind behind transformative projects like Faena Tulum, he is quietly leading a revolution: one where real estate honors the land, connects cultures, and plants seeds for generations to come.
Tulum becomes the first city in Mexico and Latin America to equip its firefighters with the advanced Scott Air-Pak XD gear, setting a new benchmark for emergency response in the Riviera Maya.
Build your future at Ramia in Tulum 101, a private enclave offering freedom, privacy, and certainty where every lot becomes the start of a legacy.
The Adamar development in Tulum’s Tankah IV was halted after a judge’s order, citing environmental violations and lack of permits, sparking debate over coastal preservation in the Riviera Maya.
Spain’s ambassador met with Tulum’s mayor to strengthen tourism and tackle sargassum. The diplomatic meeting marks a potential shift in global partnerships for Quintana Roo.
Tulum authorities list 26 illegal real estate developments, revealing confusion over naming practices and urging buyers to verify legal status before investing in Riviera Maya properties.
Live Tulum at its finest with 101 Park, a community where nature, design, and investment potential come together in perfect balance.
Phones buzzed across Tulum as Mexico launched its first nationwide emergency alert via mobile for the 2025 Earthquake Drill, surprising residents and testing national preparedness.
Grupo Piñero invested €2.2 million in 2024 to promote regenerative tourism in Mexico and the Caribbean, protecting marine life, cutting emissions, and expanding water treatment in Riviera Maya.
Tulum authorities are inspecting 25 public beach access points amid growing concerns about blocked paths and limited entry, aiming to ensure fair access for locals and tourists.
Playa del Carmen launches Mexico’s first Cenote Corridor, uniting Tulum, Mérida, and more in a bold eco-tourism plan—but can it survive luxury development and environmental threats?
SEDETUS has removed 14 developments from its list of irregular projects in Tulum, confirming full legal compliance. This clears the path for buyers and restores trust in the market.