**Hundreds of Neighborhoods and Developments Still Not Handed Over to the Municipality: Canadevi**
In the city, an astounding number of neighborhoods and housing developments remain unofficially turned over to municipal authorities. Xavier Ibarra Quintana, the president of the National Chamber of the Housing Industry (Canadevi) in Tijuana, highlighted this backlog and the need for efficient resolution. According to available data, approximately 600 developments have yet to be handed over, a problem that has persisted historically.
Recently, in an effort to tackle this issue, Canadevi reached an agreement with the current administration to shorten the timeline and streamline procedures for the official transfer of these properties. Despite these efforts, the backlog remains significant, with only 205 out of more than 1,000 developments in the city formally handed over.
The untransferred developments face numerous issues, including lack of essential public services like waste collection and street lighting. To address and speed up the handover process, Canadevi has categorized developments into three groups: those ready for handover, those in progress, and those with proceedings yet to start. Ibarra stated that around seven projects are near completion and meet all the necessary criteria for transfer.
In collaboration with the new administration led by Ismael Burgueño, Canadevi aims to ensure these seven developments, managed by five different companies, are promptly handed over. Meanwhile, a governmental program is in place, focusing on advancing the acceptance of popular neighborhoods, with an initial phase targeting 59 older colonies in the city.
**Secondary Article: Rising Housing Costs Keep Young Adults Living at Home Longer**
The rising cost of housing is forcing more young adults to extend their stay in their parent’s homes. This trend is largely influenced by the growing financial barriers to acquiring housing independently. As the costs of real estate increase, young people are finding it difficult to move out and establish homes of their own, further complicating the already strained housing market.
Real estate experts in Tijuana have observed that the price per square meter can vary drastically, ranging from $200 to $1,500, making home ownership increasingly elusive for many. This housing bottleneck not only stifles the independence of young adults but also places additional pressure on families and urban infrastructure.
Efforts are being made to address these challenges, including potential policy interventions to make housing more affordable. However, with housing markets continuously fluctuating and urban expansion on the rise, the situation remains complex and demands innovative solutions and collaborative strategies between public and private sectors to provide sustainable and accessible housing options.