The municipal group of the PNV in Azpeitia has strongly criticized EH Bildu's housing policies over the last 15 years, labeling them as 'insufficient, unrealistic, and lacking ambition'. The jeltzale party believes the municipality continues to face significant housing access challenges, and that the town hall has not provided an adequate response.
The PNV points out that, despite Azpeitia not experiencing significant tourist pressure or having major private landlords, accessing housing remains difficult. Therefore, the party argues that EH Bildu cannot rely on these excuses. Furthermore, it questions the effectiveness of the municipal 'tax on vacant properties' initiative, as data shows only 61 out of 563 identified vacant homes have been mobilized (41 rented or sold).
The PNV emphasizes that these results are insufficient to tackle such a large problem, stating that 'an initiative that barely addresses a minimal part of the issue cannot become the focus of municipal policy'. It also denounces the lack of progress on urban development projects considered key to increasing housing supply, particularly the delays in the Amue and Santutxo projects.
The jeltzale party defends its own proposals, such as doubling the number of planned homes in Amue or the acquisition of the convent and land of the Siervas, which, although initially dismissed, was carried out four months later. It also recalls the development of the Soreasu-Magdalena area, which initially lacked EH Bildu's support but is now underway.
The PNV proposes other initiatives, such as converting vacant commercial spaces into housing or developing new rental promotions in the Esclavas area. 'The Town Hall has missed opportunities to act in other parts of the municipality, and we notice a lack of initiative to generate new housing,' they state. 'Azpeitia needs a realistic, ambitious, and effective housing policy. Planning, leadership, and the will to drive solutions that meet the current needs of the municipality are required,' they conclude.
