In just a few short weeks, a passionate and united community came together to protect one of one of Mexico’s treasured coastal villages: Playa La Saladita. What began as a petition to stop the oversized Origin Project on Calle Moreno has become a powerful example of what can happen when people raise their voices and stand together.
Thanks to the support of over 1,700 individuals, the message is now loud and clear—not just to developers, but to local government officials: The community of Playa La Saladita will not be bull dozed. We want sustainable development to protect our growing community.
View the original petition here
A Petition That Sparked Real Change
The petition called for the rejection of the Origin Project—an urban development that many feared would disrupt the quiet charm and natural beauty of the area. In just a few weeks, it attracted 1,735 supporters, each echoing a shared vision for a sustainable and community-driven future for Playa La Saladita.
Whether people were born in Saladita, made it their second home, or visit every year with anticipation and joy—this movement proved that the love for this place runs deep and wide.
The community asked for development that is:
- Orderly
- Low-rise and low-density
- Designed with at least 50% green space
- Equipped with adequate parking
- Respectful of minimum 2-meter property line setbacks
- Built with properly sized septic systems
These aren’t just technicalities—they are commitments to keeping Saladita clean, natural, and livable for generations to come.
Meaningful Progress: The Outcome So Far
This is not just a feel-good moment—it’s a real success story.
The Origin Project Scaled Down
The developer behind the Origin Project has responded to community concerns. They’ve agreed to scale down the project and to respect a preexisting access easement that affects neighboring properties. This change reflects a willingness to work with—not against—the community.
Local Government Response
In an encouraging development, the Municipio has confirmed that the zoning principles outlined in the petition—such as density limits, setbacks, and green space requirements—will be officially adopted starting January.
These policy shifts are a major win for the future of Playa La Saladita and represent a huge step toward sustainable, community-first planning.
What This Means for Playa La Saladita
This is more than a single victory over one project. It’s a statement of intent—that the people of Playa La Saladita are engaged, informed, and willing to protect the place they love. It’s also a reminder that responsible development is not only possible—it’s essential.
By organizing, educating, and advocating, the community:
- Preserved its rural and natural identity
- Created a model for future development that respects both the land and the people
- Demonstrated how civil dialogue with developers and government can lead to productive outcomes
A Heartfelt Thank You
To everyone who signed, shared, and spoke up: thank you. You helped send a strong message that Playa La Saladita is worth protecting.
Be proud—you were part of something meaningful. Your voice made a difference.
And this is just the beginning. As the zoning regulations take effect in January, and as development proposals come and go, this community will remain vigilant, thoughtful, and unified.
Stay Involved
Continue the Conversation: Talk to your neighbors, share updates, and keep the community spirit alive.
Support Sustainable Local Projects: Choose businesses and developers that align with the values laid out in the petition.
Stay Informed: We’ll continue sharing updates as this process evolves.
Together, we’ve proven that Saladita belongs to those who love it—and we intend to keep it that way.
Stay tuned for more updates—and thank you for standing with Playa La Saladita.
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