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Urban development and infrastructure in Spanish cities

Overview

Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to progress in Spanish cities such as Alicante and Almería.

In Alicante, the General Structural Plan (PGE) is being developed to guide city growth through 2050, focusing on housing, services, and climate adaptation. However, the process has faced criticism from groups like UnirAlacant, who argue that municipal workshops lack genuine citizen participation. More recently, the political group Esquerra Unida Podem has denounced the demolition of two buildings in the Benalúa neighborhood on Arquitecto Guardiola Street. The group expressed concern over the loss of architectural heritage in an area designed in 1883, criticizing the delay in ratifying Alicante’s Protection Catalogue and arguing that the city is allowing its unique urban identity to disappear through demolition rather than rehabilitation.

In Almería, large-scale infrastructure works are underway, including the burying of the AVE high-speed line and railway integration. The Almería City Council has proposed transforming the former railway station into a cultural and tourist hub featuring exhibition areas, educational workshops, and a rooftop restaurant, contingent upon agreements with the property owner, Adif.

Additionally, local efforts to improve public spaces have moved into active phases. Work has commenced on the renovation of Parque de los Periodistas to create a 100% inclusive and accessible children’s play area and skatepark, utilizing specialized equipment and smart paving.

Entities

Alicante · Almería · Esquerra Unida Podem · UnirAlacant · Estefanía Mercado

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Urban heritage and public space initiatives reported in Argentina and Spain

    Local officials in Roldán, Argentina, propose restoring the historical ‘Plaza de los Lápices’, while in Alicante, Spain, activists denounce the demolition of heritage buildings in the Benalúa district.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 7 sources
    Urban renewal and heritage projects launched in Mexico and Spain

    Municipalities in Mexico and Spain are advancing urban renewal projects, including park rehabilitations in Playa del Carmen, inclusive playground upgrades in Almería, and heritage protection in Mallorca.

  3. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Urban planning developments face debate in Alicante and Almería

    Urban planning initiatives in Alicante and Almería are driving significant changes, facing debates over citizen participation and the strategic integration of infrastructure and housing.

Sources

alicanteplaza.es · cancunmio.com · clicnoticias.com.mx · dianaalvarado.mx · diariodealmeria.es · elroldanense.com · lanocion.es · laopiniondealmeria.com · noticiasdealmeria.com · ocio.diarioinformacion.com · ultimahora.es

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