The regional government, through the Ministry of Housing, Transport and Infrastructure, has approved a regulatory amendment that relaxes access requirements. Among the main novelties, income thresholds for two-member family units are expanded, now ranging between 1.5 and 5.5 times the IPREM for basic-priced homes, and between 1.5 and 7.5 times for limited-priced homes.
“"This measure will allow for more land to be available for public housing promotion and will enable a greater number of citizens to access housing solutions."
This decision comes in a context where there have been continuous renunciations in the allocation processes for these homes. The modification of Decree 84/2020 also extends the scope of action of the autonomous Executive, allowing the inclusion of plots located on land belonging to other Public Administrations assigned to the Community of Madrid, such as those of municipalities.
In addition to income flexibility, the management and transparency of allocation processes are strengthened. Applicant lists will be permanently published on the concessionaire's website, with a link from the institutional page, allowing for continuous updates and improved access to information for interested parties. The most recent tax data can also be used, and sworn statements will be accepted for significant changes in economic situations.
The new text incorporates measures to optimize property occupancy, such as the possibility of reassigning apartments initially reserved for specific quotas (e.g., victims of gender violence or asylum seekers) when they become vacant. Furthermore, allocation periods will be reduced to streamline the entire process.
