The president of the House, Ricardo Teixeira (União Brasil), together with party leaders, spoke out against the decision, defending the legality and need for the proposed changes
The recent decision by the mayor of São Paulo, (MDB), to veto the zoning changes approved by the city generated a wave of reactions among councilors. The president of the Chamber, Ricardo Teixeira (União Brasil), together with party leaders, spoke out against the veto, defending the legality and necessity of the proposed changes. The mayor’s main claim is that the changes exceeded acceptable limits, while councilors insist that there are no excessive rules involved.
The zoning project, which was approved in the last session of 2024 with 41 favorable votes among the 55 councilors, aimed to transform specific areas of the city. One of the main changes included permission for the installation of a commercial corridor on a section of Avenida Pacaembu, located in the west of the city. Furthermore, the project proposed the release of small businesses and services in a residential area of the Cidade Jardim neighborhood, known for being an upscale area. These proposals generated an intense debate about the adequacy and impact of changes to the city’s urban fabric.
In response to the criticism, Ricardo Teixeira issued a note stating that the project followed all legislative procedures and respected current legal standards. He emphasized that the changes were based on technical studies and were in accordance with the municipality’s urban planning guidelines. Teixeira, supported by party leaders, vehemently denied the allegations of excessive modifications and guaranteed that there was no violation of the Municipality’s Organic Law.
*With information from Misael Mainetti
*Report produced with the help of AI
