The Ibiza Town Hallthrough the World Heritage Consortium, has given the green light to two key projects: the remodeling of the historic Camí des Calvari and the conversion of a municipal building in Sa Drassaneta to meet the growing demand for emergency housing on the island. Both projects, approved this Wednesday at the Consortium’s Governing Board, reflect the City Council’s commitment to revitalize the heritage environment and provide housing solutions for residents.
Remodeling of Camí des Calvari
The transformation of Camí des Calvari, with a budget of 2.5 million euros, seeks to improve mobility in the area of Dalt Vila, one of the most emblematic heritage sites of the island. This project includes the construction of a new sewage network and the renovation of the drinking water and rainwater networks, in order to ensure a more efficient supply and avoid filtration problems in the area. In addition, modern LED lighting will be added to reduce energy consumption by up to 80%, as well as the planting of trees and the incorporation of rest areas. The work also includes the creation of 24 new parking spaces, two viewpoints with panoramic views and a public square at the entrance to the Parador, designed to attract cultural and sustainable tourism. This square will be equipped with street furniture, bicycle racks and a space for minibuses, effectively integrating residents and visitors into the heart of Ibiza’s heritage. According to Mayor Rafael Triguero, this reform will allow “aesthetically renew the environment, improve access to Dalt Vila and create a safe and attractive space that will benefit both residents and tourists”.
Sa Drassaneta: from municipal building to emergency housing
To respond to the growing demand for public housing in Ibiza, the City Council has also approved the transformation of a building in Sa Drassaneta into three dwellings and three residential emergency rooms. This project, with an investment of 400,000 euros, is aligned with the plan Eivissa, una ciutat per viure-hi and is carried out under the recent Llei d’Habitatge del Govern, which allows the conversion of municipal buildings into housing. The works will respect the original structure and volumetry of the building and will focus on adapting it for residential use without increasing its buildability. Mayor Triguero stressed that this project “responds to the urgent need for housing on the island, and will allow Ibiza to move forward in the rehabilitation of buildings to meet the housing demand of residents”.
