ARONA (TENERIFE), 15 (EUROPA PRESS)
The Arona Town Council has announced the partial completion of the reception of a significant plot of land within the El Mojón Partial Plan, which had been stalled for over three decades.
Covering nearly one million square metres, this development is expected to be a strategic driver for the island’s economy, with a projected direct investment of €2 billion and up to €8 billion in indirect investment, alongside thousands of jobs linked to its construction and operation, as outlined in a statement from the council.
The reception was formalised following an agreement between the Town Council and the Compensation Board representing the landowners, fulfilling the urban development agreement approved in 2024 and subsequent technical and legal requirements.
This arrangement provides the municipality with the free transfer of developed land, designated for extensive green spaces, educational, sports, and cultural facilities, as well as public roads and services, which will be directly managed by the council.
Arona’s mayor, Fátima Lemes Reverón, emphasised that “the signing of this partial reception represents a decisive step confirming this Government’s commitment and capability to achieve the objectives set out in its roadmap.”
In this context, she remarked that they are no longer talking about “promises, but realities, and Arona will have land available for public amenities that have been long awaited.”
Lemes added that “with this reception, new opportunities arise for educational, sports, and cultural projects essential for the well-being of the community.”
She believes that “we continue to work with actions, not words, towards a better-planned municipality with a future.”
The City Councillor for Urban Planning, Javier Baute, highlighted that “the completion of this project recognises all those who have been part of it; it is a significant undertaking capable of boosting the economy of Arona, Tenerife, and the archipelago.”
He noted that the benefits “will extend not only to large sectors but also to cafés, transport providers, small businesses, and various freelancers,” adding that as Urban Planning Councillor, his “commitment is to ensure that planning translates into real and visible projects, as it is in their execution that the community sees the value of the work done.”
Meanwhile, the president of the El Mojón Compensation Board, Miguel Villarroya, stated that “this is a giant step for the municipality, as it has taken 30 years to unblock a project that will generate employment, welfare, and revitalisation of the area.”
He further explained that “this project is not designed for mass tourism, but to attract a type of visitor who contributes more to the local economy; by offering higher quality services and experiences, it attracts tourists who spend more in shops, restaurants, and local activities, enhancing Arona’s economy without disproportionately increasing pressure on infrastructure.”
THREE DECADES OF STANDSTILL OVERCOME
The El Mojón project was approved in 1996, with its urbanisation plan following in 1998.
However, numerous technical, legal, and management issues stalled its development for more than 30 years. The final push came this year with the definitive reception of the urbanisation works, following the resolution of deficiencies identified during inspections by municipal technicians.
The plan includes the transfer of 332,900 square metres to the Arona Town Council for public infrastructure and services.
Specifically, it reserves 120,000 square metres for roads, parking, and pedestrian areas, improving mobility and accessibility in the region.
Additionally, the plan allocates 11,400 square metres for educational amenities, 15,900 for public sports facilities, and 17,000 for cultural equipment, thereby reinforcing the community services within the municipality.
This reception, according to the Town Council, will reorganise Los Cristianos and its surroundings, create new areas for facilities and green spaces, and enhance connectivity and sustainable mobility between the hubs of this municipality.
