Court Halts Demolitions in Loures: A Battle Over Illegal Constructions
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Court Halts Demolitions in Loures: A Battle Over Illegal Constructions

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  • Demolitions in Bairro do Talude were suspended by the Lisbon Administrative Court following resident appeals

  • Residents have filed precautionary measures to halt the destruction of their homes

  • The Loures City Council is under pressure to find housing solutions for affected families

  • The case underscores the broader issues of illegal constructions and housing rights in Portugal

The demolition of illegal constructions in the Bairro do Talude neighborhood resumed on Tuesday morning but was swiftly halted by a decision from the Lisbon Administrative Court.

This development comes after residents filed several precautionary measures to stop the demolitions. The situation has sparked a significant debate over housing rights and urban planning in Loures.

Demolitions in Loures

Photo: Rodrigo Antunes - Lusa

The Bairro do Talude has been at the center of controversy, with the Loures City Council seeking alternatives for families left without homes. The court's intervention highlights the ongoing tension between municipal authorities and residents over the fate of the neighborhood.

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