Finestrat urban project political controversy

An urban redevelopment project in Finestrat has become the center of political controversy involving Juan Francisco Pérez Llorca, the President of the Generalitat Valenciana. Initial scrutiny focused on the redevelopment of Benidorm Avenue, which was subsidized by the Diputación de Alicante. An internal dossier alleges that the project may have benefited Pérez Llorca, as family-owned properties held by a company where he serves as an attorney are located adjacent to the project perimeter. The report suggests these lands saw increased value following the public works, which were inaugurated in April 2023 during his tenure as mayor of Finestrat.

As the situation evolved, the controversy expanded into a broader political dossier that the PSPV intends to submit to the Prosecutor’s Office. This document highlights alleged irregularities during Pérez Llorca’s time as mayor (2015–2025) and identifies key collaborators, including lawyer David Serra. While critics argue the dossier is driven by political rivalries and consists largely of speculative deductions, the allegations have triggered internal conflict within the People’s Party (PP) and may impact Pérez Llorca’s candidacy in upcoming regional elections.