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Merchants Seek Nullification of Morrazo Waste Fees as Officials Outline Revisions

Appeals are underway during consultation, with final business rates still undisclosed.

Overview

  • The O Morrazo waste-fee ordinance, approved on October 13, is in public review through December 3, and Fecimo has formally petitioned for its nullification.
  • Fecimo alleges a procedural defect, arguing the official notice lacks the secretary’s certification that the full dossier was available for the entire legal period, which they say could void the measure.
  • The federation also cites “serious deficiencies” in the technical-economic report, pointing to costs tied to a pending tender, an assumed 5% discount, and an unexplained €1,156,562 municipal contribution that could amount to double charging.
  • Mancomunidade leaders told merchants they plan to add business categories and surface-based tiers and expect a downward revision, yet they declined to set figures before the December 3 deadline, prompting a tense meeting.
  • In Gondomar, where the 30-working-day window runs to December 19, the PP and BNG say they will file objections and mobilize residents as critics highlight average hikes near 73.7% and steep increases for some households.