A defesa das áreas de preservação permanente e o desenvolvimento econômico e turístico dos cânions do município de São José dos Ausentes

Abstract

The objective of this research is to analyze the conflict of interests between economic development and environmental preservation, under the concept of sustainable development. Despite the general rule that permanent preservation areas remain untouchable, the aim is to study the provisions of the legislation applicable to this topic, which establish possibilities and criteria for financial investments in the surrounding areas of the Canyons. This aims to improve and identify the potential impacts of a tourism venture in a permanent preservation area, associated with the need to reconcile environmental protection with sustainable economic development, and of tourism activities. This research will be primarily theoretical and descriptive, with a literature review based on books, articles, dissertations, and theses. It will also analyze essential research elements, such as current legislation, doctrinal theses, and publications related to the topic. Economic growth in small towns, specifically São José dos Ausentes, when driven by ecotourism in protected areas, can bring a series of benefits, but it also presents challenges that hinder strategic planning and effective public policies. This model of sustainable economic development can generate profits, stimulate the local economy and promote environmental conservation. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]