Florianópolis' R$350 Million Marina Park Project Receives Final Environmental Approval, Construction Set for Early 2026

Green Light for Major Urban Development

Florianópolis, Brazil, is set to begin construction on the ambitious Parque Urbano Marina Beira-Mar project in the first half of 2026, following the recent issuance of its definitive Environmental Installation License (LAI). The R$350 million urban park and marina complex, entirely funded by private initiative, received the crucial approval from the Instituto do Meio Ambiente de Santa Catarina (IMA) on Thursday, February 5, 2026. This milestone marks the culmination of a lengthy licensing process and paves the way for one of the city's most significant urban transformations.

The project, which has been under discussion for years, aims to redefine Florianópolis' connection with its maritime environment and establish a new landmark for residents and tourists alike. The service order for the commencement of works is expected to be signed in the coming days.

Project Scope and Features

Located along the Beira-Mar Norte, specifically between Praça Portugal and Praça Sesquicentenário, the Parque Urbano Marina Beira-Mar will encompass a total area of approximately 440,000 square meters. The urban park component alone will span between 140,000 and 144,000 square meters, extending about 315 meters into the sea.

The comprehensive development is designed to offer a wide array of amenities and services, including:

• Extensive public leisure areas with playgrounds, outdoor gyms, and various sports courts, including eight sand courts.
• A marina complex providing over 600 berths for vessels, comprising a private marina with capacity for approximately 470 boats (430 wet and 132 dry berths) and a public marina accommodating 30 to 50 boats.
• A public pier and a refueling station to support nautical activities.
• Infrastructure designed to facilitate future maritime passenger transport, including dedicated embarkation and disembarkation zones.
• Areas for gastronomy, commerce, and various services, alongside integrated urban mobility solutions, such as adaptations for a future BRT system.

Investment and Economic Impact

The R$350 million investment for the project is entirely from the private sector, with JL Construções, a company from Cascavel (PR), selected through a bidding process to undertake the development. The company will operate the park under a 35-year concession for commercial exploration.

This significant undertaking is projected to create more than 2,000 direct and indirect jobs, providing a substantial boost to the local economy. Officials anticipate that the Parque Urbano Marina Beira-Mar will not only enhance the city's recreational offerings but also solidify Florianópolis' position as a prominent urban and nautical center in Brazil.

Construction Timeline

The construction is planned in stages, with the first phase, encompassing the landfill, primary public equipment, and landscaping, expected to be completed within two and a half years. The marina itself is slated for completion approximately one and a half years later, bringing the total estimated construction period for the entire complex to around four years.