Permits, paperwork,
paved path to ground-break.
SENASA environmental licensing and local permitting for coastal, hillside, and reef-adjacent construction in Roatán. Handled by a specialist partner so your build doesn't stall at the permit office.
Specialty partner serviceEnd-to-end environmental compliance.
We handle the full SENASA submittal, the site studies behind it, and the follow-through with regulators. You stay informed; we stay on top of the paperwork.
Site assessment
On-site evaluation of slope, drainage, vegetation, and proximity to reef, mangrove, or coastline. The foundation for every other document.
SENASA application
Full preparation and submittal of the environmental license application package, with all required studies and exhibits.
Impact study
Environmental impact study scaled to project type, residential, commercial, hospitality, or infrastructure, prepared to current regulatory standards.
Mitigation plan
Documented mitigation measures for drainage, vegetation removal, marine setback, and waste handling during and after construction.
Regulator follow-through
Responses to clarifications, in-person meetings, and shepherding the file through every stage until license is issued.
Compliance handoff
Once issued, the license, conditions, and inspection schedule are handed to the construction team so the build stays compliant.
Most builds on Roatán need this.
If your project sits near the coast, on a slope, in a protected zone, or involves significant ground-disturbance, you almost certainly need an environmental license before construction can legally begin. Better to start it on day one, not on the day you want to pour foundations.
New residential construction
Any new home build, especially on undeveloped lots, near the coastline, or on hillside terrain requiring grading.
Commercial & hospitality projects
Hotels, restaurants, beach clubs, and any commercial development, including major remodels and additions.
Pools & site work
Pool installations, retaining walls, driveways, and other earth-moving work that disturbs significant ground or vegetation.
Renewal & ongoing compliance
Existing licenses that need renewal, condition reporting, or amendment for scope changes mid-project.
Tell us about
the project.
Send us the lot location and a rough scope, we'll send back the documents you'll need and a fixed-fee proposal for handling the license. Two business days to a first response.