23 April 2025
In regions like Dominical and Uvita—where natural beauty is a key attraction for residential, tourism, or commercial developments—construction projects must be planned with special attention to the environment. These types of areas are subject to legal obligations that must be fully met. For this, environmental studies are a fundamental tool to help ensure the economic feasibility of the project.
From land selection to obtaining permits and construction design, an environmental study helps identify limitations and opportunities related to land use, topography, ecosystems, and nearby water bodies. With this information from the outset, developers can avoid costly redesigns, fines, permit delays, or even complete project shutdowns.
How Do Environmental Studies Prevent Cost Overruns?
The link between environmental studies and economic efficiency is direct. These reports enable strategic decision-making before breaking ground, reducing the risk of financial setbacks. Their key contributions include:
- Prevention of unexpected expenses by identifying risk areas such as unstable slopes or protected lands.
- Faster construction permitting through alignment with the requirements of MINAE and local authorities.
- Designs tailored to the site’s realities, avoiding unnecessary or oversized construction.
- Reduced environmental impact, which improves public perception and ensures regulatory compliance.
In an ecologically rich region like Costa Rica’s southern zone, a project’s success increasingly depends on its sustainability. Having a construction consulting firm that incorporates environmental criteria is an effective way to protect investments and ensure profitability.
Environmental Studies and Realistic Budgets
One of the main causes of cost deviations in construction projects is the lack of accurate data in the initial phase. By including environmental studies from the pre-design stage, it is possible to develop more realistic construction budgets that are tailored to site conditions.
At Arkcon, we integrate environmental consulting as part of our design, planning, and execution services. This allows us to offer efficient, sustainable, and economically viable construction solutions. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures every project is built on a solid technical and financial foundation.
Building with Vision: Sustainability and Profitability
The global shift toward responsible construction is also evident in Costa Rica. More and more property owners and investors are looking to develop projects that respect the environment, comply with environmental regulations, and remain financially sustainable.
Planning to build in areas like Dominical or Uvita? At Arkcon, we have a multidisciplinary team ready to provide construction consulting that considers all technical, legal, and environmental factors from the very beginning. Contact us and optimize your construction budget with strategic environmental planning.