The properties, comprising 41 homes, have undergone a thorough refurbishment as part of the Madrid City Council's Plan Rehabilita. The primary objective was to address two key challenges in older constructions: universal accessibility and energy efficiency.
The most visible improvement for residents is the installation of two elevators, one per entrance, facilitating access for the elderly or those with reduced mobility. Additionally, the exterior thermal insulation and roof insulation have been optimized to enhance year-round comfort and reduce the energy needed for maintaining a suitable temperature.
“"An elderly person can leave their home without stairs being a barrier, in addition to improving comfort and reducing energy costs."
The total investment for this project amounted to 770,536 euros, with 524,364 euros provided by municipal subsidies. This public aid averages 12,789 euros per dwelling, significantly reducing the initial cost for each owner, from approximately 18,794 euros to about 6,004 euros.
Since 2025, the City Council has facilitated access to financing with reduced interest rates for homeowner associations through agreements with financial institutions, covering the portion of works not covered by subsidies.
These renovations in Pavones are part of the Transforma Madrid Strategy, which groups programs like Rehabilita Madrid, Adapta Madrid, and Transforma tu Barrio. In the Moratalaz district, the Council has invested nearly 21 million euros, supporting 273 projects across over 3,050 homes and benefiting more than 7,600 people.
Financed improvements include the installation of 166 elevators, 164 accessibility interventions, asbestos removal in 14 buildings, and energy efficiency work in 44 properties. These actions have led to an estimated energy saving of over 13.2 million kWh and prevented the emission of more than 2,820 tons of CO₂.
The City Council views rehabilitation as a key tool within its Southern Strategy for the urban and environmental transformation of nine Madrid districts, progressing 'building by building and neighborhood by neighborhood'.
