Vigo City Approves New Urban Plan After Years of Legal Battles

Vigo Approves New Urban Plan After Years of Delays Vigo, Spain – After years of delays and legal battles, Vigo City Council finally approved a new Municipal General Plan (PXOM) on May 26, 2025. The plan, initially drafted in 2008, was annulled by the Supreme Court in 2015, leading to a lengthy process of revisions and consultations. The vote saw the ruling PSOE party voting in favor, the PP abstaining, and the BNG voting against. "This plan definitively eradicates speculation," declared Mayor Abel Caballero, highlighting the inclusion of 15,000 protected housing units. He emphasized the plan's democratic process and its significance for the city, stating that it is "a magnificent plan, the first in Vigo that is thought of and done for the people, and in dialogue with the people." The approval marks a significant milestone for Vigo, addressing long-standing concerns about urban development and housing affordability. The plan's implementation is expected to shape the city's future for years to come. The opposition, however, voiced concerns, suggesting the process lacked sufficient public input.