A new environmental impact study has concluded that the planned expansion of Paphos Airport will have minimal effects on both the surrounding environment and residents’ quality of life, officials revealed at a public presentation in Timi on Tuesday evening.
The assessment, which examined the proposed extension of airport buildings and runway facilities, indicates that the development will not cause any deterioration compared to current operational conditions.
According to the study’s authors, continuous monitoring and measurements at Paphos airport demonstrate that the expansion will not create additional impacts beyond existing levels. Regular noise and air quality measurements in the airport vicinity consistently show levels well below legal limits.
The expansion works, expected to last approximately 18 months from site preparation and excavation, will be contained within the airport’s existing boundaries, requiring no additional land acquisition.
The development includes the construction of a supplementary section of the southern parallel taxiway, complete with necessary lighting and safety requirements, and terminal expansion to accommodate an annual capacity of five million passengers.
The findings were presented to local authorities and residents, with researchers emphasising that beyond environmental quality assurances, empirical data shows no anticipated adverse effects on local inhabitants.
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