Pervolia, Cyprus. Municipal authorities began demolishing illegal structures along the Pervolia beachfront on Saturday, following enforcement actions taken over the past two years.
Demolitions and legal basis
The demolitions follow actions taken by the Larnaca municipality during 2024 and 2025 to remove premises operating illegally within the beach protection zone. In a written reply to a parliamentary question, interior minister Constantinos Ioannou said the measures were taken under the coastal protection law after the facilities were deemed to fall within the definition of a “construction”.
Structures removed
Among the structures removed were seaside bars as well as an additional premise used as a canteen.
Case pending before courts
A third case remains pending before the courts. The minister said the final removal of that structure, including an illegally installed power generator, depends on the outcome of legal proceedings. “The generator could not be detached independently without demolishing part of the masonry,” he said, adding that final actions will follow a court decision.
Enforcement and leasing applications
A criminal case has been registered against the owner or manager of the premises, with the matter now handled by the Larnaca building authority. At the same time, Dromolaxia municipality has submitted applications to the department of lands and surveys to lease state owned coastal plots. According to the minister, the aim is to proceed with the legalisation of some constructions such as kiosks, within reasonable grounds.
What impact do you think these enforcement actions will have on future beachfront development in Pervolia?