This initiative, representing an investment exceeding 18.7 million euros, will include a total of 82 homes. The distribution comprises 30 two-bedroom apartments, 46 three-bedroom units (three adapted for reduced mobility), and 6 four-bedroom units. The development will also feature 83 parking spaces, 82 storage rooms, and a commercial unit.
Álvaro González, delegate for Housing Policies and president of EMVS Madrid, highlighted that the rent for these future apartments, expected to be completed by mid-2027, will not exceed 30% of family income. Access will be granted through a notary-supervised lottery next year, targeting households with incomes up to 3.5 times the IPREM (Public Income Indicator), equivalent to approximately 44,000 euros gross annual income for a couple with two children.
González reiterated the municipal commitment to address housing scarcity, noting that Madrid already leads Spain in public housing stock, with EMVS Madrid being the primary developer in this sector. Currently, the Vicálvaro district hosts 13 other EMVS Madrid developments, totaling 1,200 affordable rental units.
The Vicálvaro La Catalana 4 homes will incorporate energy efficiency measures, including cross-ventilation, dual orientation, and an A energy certification. Advanced insulation systems will be implemented to minimize energy loss, alongside a centralized heating and cooling system with rooftop units, achieving zero CO2 emissions.
For enhanced interior comfort, underfloor heating and cooling systems will be installed, along with a high-efficiency double-flow ventilation system with heat recovery for each unit. Additionally, 61 photovoltaic modules on the roof will contribute to energy savings through solar collectors.
This development is part of the South Strategy, a plan aimed at transforming nine city districts, including Vicálvaro, from urban, economic, and environmental perspectives.
