Proposal to clarify extensions of coastal concessions in Spain

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1. The Parliament of Cantabria proposes to amend the Coastal Law to clarify how extensions of concessions occupying the public maritime-terrestrial zone work. According to the explanatory statement, recent court interpretations have caused problems and lawsuits.
2. The bill would add that the rule allowing only occupations that cannot be located anywhere else would not apply to extensions of concessions under Law 2/2013. Existing uses would be respected in those extensions.
3. It would also establish that the maximum time limits of the Coastal Law do not restrict the duration of those extensions. In addition, concession periods could be extended if the holder presents beach regeneration or coastal erosion and climate change projects, without ever exceeding 75 years.
4. A transitional provision would treat all interested parties equally, whether or not they have gone to court. Those with a final court ruling against them could request a new extension procedure within two months.

Who it affects

• Holders of concessions occupying the public maritime-terrestrial zone: Would see the rules for extending their coastal concessions clarified and could keep their existing uses.
• People with a final ruling or pending lawsuits over these extensions: Could request a new extension procedure within two months of the law taking effect, or drop their lawsuits and request the extension.
• Government bodies that grant the concessions: Would have to process and decide extensions under the clarified rules.

Words worth knowing

Dominio público marítimo-terrestre

The zone of beaches, shores and waters that belongs to everyone and is managed by the State.

Concesión

An administrative permit to use that public zone for a period of time.

Prórroga

An extension of the time limit of an already granted permit.

Vía contencioso-administrativa

Going to court to challenge decisions made by public authorities.

Sentencia firme

A court ruling against which no further appeals are possible.

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