The São Paulo municipal council, known as Conpresp, rejected a request to classify the bar Ó do Borogodó as a cultural heritage site, which would have provided it protection under a special preservation area designation. The owner, Stefânia Gola, stated her intention to appeal this decision, as the bar had previously been granted temporary protection while the application was under review. Without this designation, the bar loses its protection from any demolition, renovations, or other structural changes, necessitating approval from the council for any such actions.

This decision impacts Ó do Borogodó significantly, especially considering the bar has been facing eviction proceedings since 2022. The classification as a Zepec - APC was pursued to prevent closure and safeguard the establishment’s cultural importance within the community. Members of the council, Marília Alves Barbour and Wilsoy Levy, presented arguments against the classification, highlighting concerns that could have contributed to the decision.

The implications of this ruling extend beyond the bar itself, as it reflects broader issues regarding cultural preservation and community identity in urban settings like São Paulo. The fight for recognition as a cultural heritage site underscores the challenges that local businesses face in maintaining their historical and social significance amidst pressures from redevelopment and urban expansion.