**Infonavit to Build 35,000 Homes for Low-Income Workers in Baja California**
The National Workers’ Housing Fund Institute (Infonavit) has announced plans to construct 35,000 homes in Baja California for workers earning between one and two minimum wages. Octavio Romero Oropeza, the director of Infonavit, shared that the federal government, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, will sign an agreement with municipal and state governments. This agreement will facilitate the project by securing land donations and waiving fees and taxes.
By removing the financial burden of land and other fees, and by providing funds to builders as construction progresses, the plan aims to make the homes more affordable. Additionally, the initiative will boost local economies, since efforts will be made to employ local constructors.
Romero Oropeza assured that the houses, which will be around 60 square meters, featuring two to three bedrooms, will be built either within or on the outskirts of urban areas, ensuring they are close to workplaces, healthcare facilities, retail outlets, and transport links. Furthermore, at least 40% of the land will be reserved for recreational areas such as parks and sports fields.
The need for swift action is underscored by the high demand for housing in the region. In Baja California, there is a potential market of around 500,000 low-wage workers eligible to purchase these new homes. However, precise investment figures and housing costs remain undetermined due to the state’s higher labor costs attributed to its border location.
In parallel, a survey will be conducted to address the issue of abandoned and illegally occupied homes in Baja California, a challenge prevalent throughout the country.
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**Secondary Article: New Housing Initiatives in Mexico**
In other developments, Infonavit is also preparing legal actions against massive lawsuits that have dispossessed 373,000 Mexicans of their homes. As part of its broader strategy, Infonavit is also advancing its State Housing Plan, which seeks to address the shortage of available land, particularly in cities like Tijuana.
Moreover, Mexico is experiencing a significant demand for affordable housing options, underscoring the critical need for government collaboration at multiple levels to meet the urgent housing requirements of its low-income populace. These nationwide efforts are part of a comprehensive approach to bolster housing security and improve the living conditions for millions of citizens across the country.