The City Council of Cartagena is set to proceed with the sealing of eighty-one unsafe prefabricated homes and communal buildings at the Villas Caravaning site in Playa Honda. This action follows a legal ruling that highlights long-standing safety concerns at the campsite, operated by the French company Capfun. Many of the properties are reported to have been installed without the necessary permits, contributing to an urgent need for municipal intervention.

Officials note that the shared facilities, including toilets and showers, have been deemed an imminent risk to users due to their state of disrepair. The site has faced scrutiny since May two thousand twenty-two, when operations were officially suspended amid ongoing inspections prompted by previous incidents, including two fires in twenty twenty-one and twenty twenty-two.

The City Council has confirmed that along with the sealing of the facilities, they will pursue further legal action against Capfun, reminding them of their responsibility to comply with existing regulations. Despite concerns stemming from mixed messages within the community, the Council has clarified that there are no current plans for a complete site closure, alleviating fears of immediate evictions.

Councillor Diego Ortega emphasised that safety is the primary reason for these measures. He stated that the inspections uncovered multiple critical failings, including inadequate fire safety and emergency access. As tensions remain, many full-time residents, some foreign nationals, are left unsure about the future amidst enforcement efforts by local authorities.