The Department of Environment has approved a major residential development in Agia Marinouda, Paphos.
The project, named Navie, involves 12 apartment buildings with swimming pools, fencing and a central biological urban wastewater treatment station, with a total budget of €25 million. Construction is expected to begin in October 2025 and be completed within 24 months.
The 12 apartment blocks will contain 105 apartments accommodating up to 337 residents. Units will range from one to four bedrooms, with five buildings featuring swimming pools and Block G containing a shared gym. The maximum building height reaches four floors, including theground level, extending to 15 metres.
Development features 12 apartment blocks with 105 units
The project spans 25,738 square metres, with approximately 8,745 square metres designated for buildings, roads and infrastructure. Plans include 146 parking spaces, private roads with pavements and significant communal green areas.
At the development’s centre, planners propose an underground biological station with 120 cubic metres daily capacity, utilising Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology for tertiary wastewater treatment. Treated wastewater will be reused for irrigating green spaces.
The report was submitted by the Director of Urban Planning Licensing of the Paphos District Administration Office and examined by the Environmental Authority in collaboration with relevant services, including the Geological Survey Department and Water Development Department.
Advanced wastewater treatment system planned for project
During assessment, authorities identified temporary environmental impacts, primarily during construction phases, including dust and noise emissions, water and energy consumption, waste generation and potential disturbance to neighbouring residences. Operational considerations examined energy consumption (450,000 kWh annually), sewage management, potential pollution or odours from the biological station, and waste and stormwater management.
Environmental approval was accompanied by extensive prevention and mitigation measures for both construction and operational phases. Requirements include systematic site watering, covered truck usage and restricting work during quiet hours.
The biological station requires sealed systems, overflow sensors and double-covered underground pipes preventing leaks. Active carbon filters will combat odours, whilst photovoltaic systems, sound-insulating materials and energy efficiency promotion are mandated.
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