“No to 20 Floors” movement, created by residents opposed to the measure Marcia Peixoto Complementary Law No. 351 approved on December 19, 2025, which allowed the construction of buildings of up to 20 floors in the Alto neighborhood, in Teresópolis, Serrana Region of Rio, was revoked late this Tuesday afternoon (9). The measure ends a controversy that mobilized residents, civil society entities and organized groups since the approval of the rule by the City Council. In May 2026, the rule had already been suspended. The “No to 20 Floors” movement, created by residents opposed to the measure, celebrated the decision. Representatives of the group stated that the revocation is the result of popular mobilization and the participation of civil society in the debate on the city's urban planning. 📱 Follow the g1 Região Serrana channel on WhatsApp. Now on g1 Since then, the proposal has been the target of criticism and questions from the population, who expressed concern about the impacts of verticalization on the city's urban infrastructure. In the months following approval, protests, demonstrations and petitions were held opposing the measure. Furthermore, a public civil action was filed questioning the legality and possible effects of the urban change. Among the main concerns raised by residents were the capacity of local infrastructure to serve new large-scale projects and issues related to basic sanitation. Critics of the proposal highlighted that the municipality still does not have a fully functioning sewage treatment system. The “No to 20 Floors” movement, created by residents opposed to the measure. Marcia Peixoto Law that authorizes buildings of up to 20 floors generates reaction in Teresópolis Marcus Wagner