# Ushuaia national land use and auction dispute

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ushuaia-national-land-use-and-auction-dispute
> Updated: 2026-08-22T19:59:48.000Z. Sources: 126. Developments: 2.

The Ushuaia City Council began debating modifications to the zoning of national government lands within urban limits, including areas near Bahía Golondrina. During these discussions, Councilwoman Marjorette Saldías warned that new restrictions could impede development for housing and infrastructure, though she noted the proceedings focused on urban planning rather than property titles.

Following these debates, the Argentine national government under Javier Milei issued Decree 764/26, authorizing the auction of 38 hectares of strategic land in central Ushuaia. This land, previously held by the Argentine Navy, was intended for a recreational park under a 2016 ordinance. Legislator Pino denounced the move as a unilateral decision made without consulting the Municipality of Ushuaia or the Tierra del Fuego government. The decree also includes the auction of a site in Bahía Golondrina known as ‘Los Coreanos’, leading to criticism that the national government is bypassing municipal land-use regulations.

Political opposition has intensified following the decree. Senator Cristina López has introduced four legislative initiatives to halt the sale, including a proposal to repeal the decree and a request to summon Chief of Staff Diego Santilli and the head of the State Asset Administration Agency (AABE) to the Senate for questioning. López has characterized the auction as a “real estate business” conducted without local consultation. Critics argue the auction undervalues the property and threatens local environmental and urban planning goals. 

In recent developments, national legislator Cristina López and Ushuaia Mayor Walter Vuoto have joined forces to express strong opposition to the decree, describing the potential sale of the land near the Ushuaia Naval Base as a “loss of provincial heritage.”

## Claims

- The Province of Buenos Aires is investing $7.13 billion in leasing agreements for 22 municipalities to prepare for the 'Super Niño' phenomenon. (disputed by 2 sources)
- The Province of Buenos Aires signed agreements for $16.2 billion to equip 18 municipalities via Provincia Leasing. (disputed)
- Senator Cristina López presented four legislative projects to block the sale of 38 hectares of Naval Base land in Ushuaia. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Senator Cristina López presented four legislative initiatives to block the sale of 38 hectares of Navy land in Ushuaia authorized by Decree 764/2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The National Government transferred the management of National Routes 22 and 151 to the province of Río Negro. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Río Negro, Neuquén, and the CFI signed an alliance to plan connectivity for the Alto Valle and Vaca Muerta regions. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Río Negro and Neuquén signed an agreement with the CFI to plan connectivity for the Alto Valle and Vaca Muerta regions. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The National Government transferred the management of National Routes 22 and 151, and the Tren del Valle, to the province of Río Negro. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Private sector salaries fell by 6% and public sector salaries fell by 19.2%. (single source)
- The minimum wage decreased by 33.4%. (single source)
- Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit Argentina between November 8 and 11, including an activity at the Basilica of Luján. (single source)
- Rent prices increased by 84% and public transport increased by 71%. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Argentina provinces implement regional infrastructure and social programs

Argentine provinces are advancing diverse regional projects, including school equipment funding in Buenos Aires, municipal leasing agreements, and connectivity planning for the Vaca Muerta region.

123 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-authorizes-auction-of-38-hectares-in-ushuaia

### 2026-08-14: Ushuaia Council debates zoning for national lands

Ushuaia's City Council is debating zoning changes for national lands, with officials warning that excessive restrictions could limit future urban development and infrastructure.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ushuaia-council-debates-zoning-for-national-lands

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