The reform of the Municipal Housing and Land Company (EMVS) regulations, announced by José Luis Martínez-Almeida, seeks to adapt housing policies to Madrid's current needs. This initiative aligns with proposals from the Government of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, which has already suggested prioritizing those who have been registered in their municipality for a minimum of five years to access the Plan Vive.
“"We do not want to leave anyone out of our housing policies; we want anyone living in Madrid to have access to housing. However, it is also true that we believe those with deeper roots, who have been registered for a greater number of years, should also receive recognition from the Administration from that perspective."
From the Municipal Green Employment and Trades School, the mayor defended residency as a "reasonable and appropriate requirement for the reality currently experienced in the city of Madrid," although he did not specify the number of years of registration that will be required. The modification also aims to include middle-income families in future EMVS developments, acknowledging that high housing prices in the capital are making it difficult for these families to access housing.
The Madrid City Council is aware that there is a problem not only with social housing but also with affordable housing. The regulatory reform seeks to "accommodate all new realities and further improve housing policies," facilitating access for those who, despite having economic capacity, cannot afford housing in the city. This stance contrasts with that of the Spanish Government, which Almeida criticizes for excluding those who earn less than 2.5 times the IPREM from aid.
