Granadilla Residents Demand Answers as El Médano Construction Projects Stall
Residents of Granadilla de Abona are demanding answers and immediate safety improvements as stalled construction projects in El Médano leave streets in a state of hazardous neglect.
Residents in Granadilla de Abona are calling for answers after construction work on Paseo Atlántico and Calle Tenerife stalled, leaving the area in a state of neglect. The delays have sparked concerns about poor municipal planning and the negative impact on safety, local business, and daily life in El Médano.
The primary frustration concerns the final stretch of Paseo Atlántico. Work began in September 2025 and was scheduled for completion by June 30, but the project has since ground to a halt. The site is now cluttered with waste and construction debris, creating a hazard for pedestrians and those with limited mobility. Residents are now collecting signatures for a formal complaint, warning that the blocked road could prevent emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks, from reaching the area.
There is also growing uncertainty regarding the funding of these projects. While the City Council has yet to issue an official statement, residents suspect that the work has stopped due to unpaid bills. They report that municipal officials have repeatedly delayed the restart of construction without providing clear explanations.
Similar issues have emerged on Calle Tenerife, where residents have criticized the quality of the work. Complaints include poorly designed sidewalks and the loss of essential parking spaces in a busy urban center. Many feel ignored, citing a lack of communication from the council regarding project timelines and design plans.
Beyond the inconvenience, the lack of lighting and the accumulation of debris—which residents say has been an issue on parts of the promenade for nearly a year—pose significant safety risks. Experts suggest that by failing to maintain these public spaces, the council could face legal liability.
Local residents are now demanding transparency. They are calling for a clear project timeline, a firm completion date, and immediate action to make the area safe and accessible while the council resolves its contractual disputes.