Processos e incidência de infrações ambientais no município de Maringá, Paraná

Abstract

Environmental inspection plays a crucial role in the preservation of natural resources and the enforcement of environmental regulations. This study aims to analyze the incidence of environmental infraction notices in the municipality of Maringá-PR, identifying the most recurrent types of infractions and the related administrative procedures. The research was based on documentary analysis of legislation and public data collection concerning infraction notices issued between 2018 and 2024, using information from the Instituto Água e Terra (IAT) and the Instituto Ambiental de Maringá (IAM). The results showed that the most frequent infractions are related to terrestrial fauna, industrial and service enterprises, disrespect for environmental authority, and flora. These findings reflect challenges in regulation, compliance with environmental norms, and the monitoring of environmentally impactful activities. Additionally, the significant presence of infraction notices without explicit classification highlights gaps in categorization, which hinders statistical analysis and the development of effective public policies. It is concluded that, despite a relatively structured procedural flow, the recurrence of infractions reinforces the need for more effective measures in enforcement, environmental licensing, and awareness. This study contributes to the understanding of the administrative procedures related to environmental infractions and suggests improvements for local environmental management and monitoring.