urban development
Approval of Municipal Plots for Building Affordable Housing in Estepona
The decision to offer the central government six municipal plots in Estepona for the construction of 109 subsidized housing units has been unanimously approved by the Corporation’s Plenary. This initiative complements other municipal efforts, including the construction of 1,200 affordable housing units in the near future. The proposal is a response to the recent announcement…
Approval of Building Permit for 117 Subsidized Housing Units in Camino de Cortes Sur
The Vimpyca Foundation has submitted a request to the City Council for the permit needed to construct 84 residences on one parcel and 33 on another in this suburban zone. Estepona’s City Council has announced that the foundation seeks approval to begin building 117 subsidized housing units (VPO) on two plots situated in Camino de…
Estepona City Council disappointed with Endesa’s rejection of electricity supply proposal for Alma building
A letter from Endesa has been received by the Consistory, rejecting the proposal to provide electricity exclusively to the Alma building in the sector, which is still awaiting future developments. Today, the Estepona City Council announced that Endesa has turned down the latest municipal offer made in January to address the electricity supply issue at…
Municipal authorities upgrade 17 play areas as part of initial phase of enhancements
A recent initiative, involving an investment of nearly 750,000 euros, has been completed by the Estepona City Council to revamp and improve various playgrounds across the municipality. The main goal of this project was to ensure these spaces are safe and enjoyable for children, whether they are in the city center or on the outskirts….
Development of a 20,000 square meter green area underway in the eastern periphery of the urban area
A new green space is set to be established in the eastern suburbs of Estepona, covering an area of 20,000 square meters in La Boladilla sector. The project, led by the developer with the necessary municipal approvals, will feature natural meadows, Mediterranean plant species, and 300 trees. The space will also include a sports court,…
Estepona City Council approves municipal land use for over 1,200 subsidized housing units
Following the adherence to the Housing Decree of the Junta de Andalucía, the City Council can now plan nearly a thousand VPOs on municipal land previously used for other public purposes. Additionally, two projects in the Camino de Cortes sector will see the construction of 308 VPOs. The Plenary of the Estepona City Council unanimously…
The city’s mayor unveils a range of initiatives to kick off the construction of over 500 affordable homes
The mayor of Estepona, José María García Urbano, has introduced a series of innovative measures aimed at initiating the development of more than 500 subsidized housing units (VPO) in the city. The councilman revealed that the City Council has greenlit two urban planning projects for constructing 110 affordable homes in Camino de Cortes Sur, with…
Estepona’s City Council Initiates Plans for Over 1,200 Affordable Housing Units
Arroyo Vaquero hosts 518 housing projects, Camino de Cortes 260, Guadalobón 200, and Monterroso 300. The mismanagement of previous governments has hindered the construction of at least 1,500 homes, as they sold municipal land to private developers without requiring the 30% allocation for affordable housing. The Estepona City Council is actively pursuing the development of…
The Municipal Government Urges Immediate Action to Address Electricity Supply Issues in Urban Developments
The local government has identified a concerning issue with the current state electricity grid’s ability to provide power to the new residential areas under construction in the town. Mayor José María García Urbano of Estepona has reached out to Minister Sara Aagesen of the Ecological Transition Ministry, urging swift measures to secure an uninterrupted electricity…
Estepona City Council’s Initiative: Public Parking Network Managed by People with Disabilities
In Estepona, the City Council has established the largest network of public parking lots, employing around thirty individuals with functional diversity. Over the past decade, the city has witnessed a significant growth in population and visitors, prompting the City Council to proactively address the issue of parking shortages commonly faced by coastal tourist destinations, particularly…