The Amazonas Court of Justice (TJAM) has mandated an immediate halt to the construction work for a landfill in Iranduba after a request from the Public Ministry of Amazonas (MPAM), which questioned the prior authorization for the continuation of the project. The decision highlights potential irregularities in the environmental licensing process, primarily pointing out the lack of a required viability certificate from the municipality, a crucial document as per environmental regulations.

The contractor involved in the landfill project had only presented a declaration of viability dated from 2018. According to the court, this document is inadequate to establish the legitimacy of the project. The legal requirement for a municipal viability certificate underscores the importance of compliance with environmental laws, reflecting growing scrutiny on development projects in the region.

Furthermore, the court has directed the Amazon Environmental Protection Institute (Ipaam) to submit the complete administrative documentation of the environmental licensing process within a 15-day deadline. This move aims to facilitate a detailed examination of the project, ensuring that all environmental guidelines are adhered to, and protecting the area from potential ecological harm as public concerns about the landfill's impact grow.