The mayor of the Moianès town views the proposal as an “opportunity” for local socioeconomic development, despite opposition expressed by some residents who fear the project's magnitude will damage the historical and rural character of the Païssa estate, where construction is planned.
“"No major industry will come to invest in Monistrol, but this project can bring us socioeconomic changes because it will give us the added value we need."
The funeral complex, primarily intended for the Chinese community, is expected to cover about 50 hectares with capacity for around 80,000 constructions, including niches, mausoleums, and columbaria. Argelaguer pointed out that the City Council can only grant the building license if the Generalitat (Catalan Government) previously approves the specific planning modification, a process he described as “long.”
The mayor also sought to reassure residents about the environmental impact, citing documentation that describes the project as an “integrative and sustainable” cemetery, respectful of the natural and cultural environment. He emphasized that the reconstruction of the farmhouse on the estate is planned and that the promoters will be “very careful” with Catalonia's water resources, protecting the existing hydrographic network.
