Torrevieja promotes the project for the new underground parking lot in La Mata with the tender for the drafting of the project for Plaza Encarnación Puchol

The Local Governing Board of the Torrevieja City Council has approved this morning the tender for the drafting of the basic and execution project , as well as the health and safety plan and the waste management plan, for the construction of the new underground parking garage in Plaza Encarnación Puchol in La Mata, along with the comprehensive reorganization of its entire surface.

The contract, processed in advance, has a base bid price of €217,512.43 (VAT included). The deadline for drafting the project is six months, as established in the tender specifications, which incorporate strict criteria for solvency, architectural quality, urban integration, and the technical team's experience , as well as obligations to provide support during the future execution of the works. Once the project is finalized and approved, the bidding process for the construction concession, which will allow for the building of the parking facility, can begin.

3,802 m² of underground parking with capacity for 126 spaces

The area affected by the project comprises a total of 3,802 m² of underground parking , with an approximate capacity for 126 spaces and 4,500 m² of surface redevelopment, where the renewal of all its pavement, garden areas and planting of trees adapted to the coastal environment, a new children's park, rest areas and pergolas , the adaptation of access to shops and hospitality spaces to promote economic activity , universal accessibility and elimination of architectural barriers , as well as the replacement and organization of all affected service networks (water, sanitation, electricity, telecommunications, lighting, gas…).

ASTRATEGIC PROJECT WITHIN THE CITY MODEL

The action is part of the overall strategy of the Torrevieja City Council to improve mobility, strengthen the attractiveness of urban centers and modernize public space, with special attention to La Mata.

The Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolón, has stated that La Mata is a priority for this municipal government team, which is why they are developing projects that enhance its urban quality and address the needs of its residents and businesses. This project marks the beginning of a new era for La Mata and responds to a long-standing need for parking and urban renewal, Dolón added. Our goal is clear: to transform the plaza into an environment that fosters community, strolling, shopping, and enjoyment; a vibrant, integrated plaza and a landmark along the entire northern coast of the city.

Eduardo Dolón has emphasized that this project is supported by previous geotechnical , geophysical , parking demand studies and a comparative analysis of locations, which confirmed that Plaza Encarnación Puchol is the ideal location for the future parking lot, without loss of green areas and with less urban impact.

In closing, the mayor affirmed that this project addresses a clear need: more parking spaces and a renewed urban environment designed for pedestrians. La Mata is experiencing continuous growth, with more residents, more visitors, and increased economic activity, and this demands solutions that meet those needs.