Comino project will lower density, reduce footprint and restore land

HV Hospitality takes note of the appeal filed by various NGOs, contesting the Planning
Authority’s approval of the Comino hotel and bungalows.
The project entails redeveloping an already-built hotel and bungalow complex that has
existed on Comino for decades. It will significantly reduce the built footprint by 8,200 square
metres, remove obsolete infrastructure, and restore degraded land. This will result in a net
increase in undisturbed land.
Contrary to claims that public concerns were ignored, HV Hospitality has engaged in an
extensive, transparent planning process over the past five years. The Company has always
listened to the expected scrutiny on this project; however, this must be based on the facts
and not misconceptions and misrepresentations.
The project has been scaled down substantially following rigorous environmental studies and
stakeholder feedback. All studies have undergone judicial review and have been confirmed
as valid and correct.
The number of bungalows was reduced from 21 units in the original plans to 16, and no
development will take place on previously undisturbed land. The hotel has a lower guest
capacity and will comply with the strictest environmental standards – working towards LEED
certification, a globally respected benchmark for sustainable design and environmental
performance.
HV Hospitality is committed to responsible stewardship of the site and continues to engage
in constructive dialogue and collaboration with all stakeholders, to realise its vision for
Comino – one that promotes lower-density and more sustainable tourism.