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A RESORT built at the foothills of Bohol’s famous Chocolate Hills—which recently gained infamy after netizens raised a ruckus over its location—had been ordered closed as early as September last year, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said Wednesday.
The DOT said it stands firmly behind the preservation of the Chocolate Hills, a UNESCO Global Geopark and a national treasure, as it confirmed it has no record of giving the resort a tourism establishment accreditation and has not received any such application. “We want the DENR, PAMB, BEMO, PENRO and the LGUs to explain as to why, even with Chocolate Hills’ protected status, construction permits continue to be granted,” the senator added.
On Jan. 22, the DENR said that a Notice of Violation was issued to the project for operating without an Environment Compliance Certificate . “The DOT maintains that sustainable development requires balancing economic growth with environmental and cultural protection. We urge all stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and local communities, to work together and prioritize sustainable tourism practices that safeguard our natural heritage,” the DOT added.
The declaration was aimed at preserving the iconic landscape of the Chocolate Hills and promoting sustainable tourism while protecting the biodiversity and environmental integrity of the area.
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