A major €33million investment plan has been approved in Mijas, setting out a wide range of upgrades that will reshape the town – from parking and roads to coastal paths and public services.
The budget modification, backed by the local council, includes both new projects and additional funding for works already underway, marking one of the biggest infrastructure pushes in recent years.
A key focus is tackling parking shortages across the municipality.
Plans include a new car park in Mijas Pueblo, alongside ongoing developments like Los Santos and future projects in areas such as La Cala, Las Cañadas and Parque Andalucia.
In La Cala de Mijas, several streets including Segovia, Butiplaya and Cartama are set for full renovation, while coastal improvements will continue with new stretches of the Senda Litoral connecting towards Fuengirola.
Roads, infrastructure and basic services
The plan also includes major transport and infrastructure upgrades.
Among them are the expansion of the Camino de Coin, new road links connecting developing areas to the A-7053, and €800,000 in improvements to access bridges near the Gran Parque.
Rural roads will benefit from additional funding, while water infrastructure projects – including the La Alqueria collector – aim to improve supply and drainage systems.
There’s also €2.5 million allocated for resurfacing roads and upgrades to drinking water networks in areas like El Coto and Doña Pilar.
The investment extends to everyday services, with plans to install underground waste containers across the municipality and €350,000 earmarked to seal the local landfill site.
Sports and public facilities
Sports infrastructure is also set for improvement, including upgrades to facilities in Las Lagunas and the refurbishment of public spaces like La Butibamba park.
In addition, residents will benefit from more flexible payment options for municipal parking, allowing the annual €600 fee to be paid monthly without extra charges.
Political debate continues
Despite the scale of the investment, the plan has sparked political debate.
Opposition parties have criticised aspects of the proposal, including changes to water pricing and the speed at which the budget changes were approved, raising concerns about transparency and affordability.
There was also controversy over a proposal to ban the burka in municipal spaces, which critics argue may face legal challenges.
With projects spanning mobility, infrastructure and public services, the council says the goal is to accelerate development across Mijas and improve quality of life for residents.
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