Santa Fe Homes in Peril

Residents in Santa Fe’s El Rosario face a crisis as 28 homes are deemed at risk. Homeowners blame ENCASA for substandard construction, seeking solutions amid ongoing structural damage.

### In Risk Zone: 28 Houses in Santa Fe

#### Main Article

Residents in the Santa Fe 2 community of El Rosario are facing a severe crisis as 28 homes have been designated with yellow tags indicating they are in a risk zone. The affected homeowners blame the construction company, ENCASA, for using substandard materials and performing poor soil compaction, leading to significant structural damage. Cracks and sinkholes have appeared in the homes since the rainy season this February, exacerbating the situation, says Daniel GarcĂ­a, who lives in the sixth house.

Despite promises of repair and ongoing work, the homeowners report continued movement and damage to their houses. “They say they will fix it, and they have been doing some work, but the houses keep moving, and they still sell more houses,” Daniel noted. The local park has been cordoned off since February due to safety concerns.

On Thursday afternoon, officials from the Municipal Civil Protection and the Urban Administration Directorate (DAU) conducted an inspection tour of the area. However, the affected residents remain distressed and skeptical about the future safety and stability of their homes.

#### Additional Information

**Vulnerable Areas: East Zone at High Risk for Fires**

In related news, the East Zone continues to record the highest number of areas vulnerable to fires due to dry grass, according to local firefighters. February’s rainy season has added to the challenges faced by residents.

**Ongoing Monitoring:**

At least 133 homes in similar red-tagged conditions are under continuous monitoring, according to the local Civil Protection Management (PCM).

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### Related Secondary Article

**Tijuana Residents Express Concerns Amid Construction Flaws**

Residents in other parts of Tijuana are echoing similar concerns about construction flaws. The neighborhood of Lomas Residential Complex has reported numerous issues with their new homes, attributing problems to the same company, ENCASA. These purported low-quality building materials and inadequate construction methods have led to cracks and other structural damages shortly after the homes were occupied.

**Community Response and Safety Measures:**

In response, community members have started organizing neighborhood watch groups to monitor ongoing construction and ensure safety standards are met. Tijuana’s urban planning authorities have pledged to conduct thorough investigations and inspections to address these recurring issues.

Stay tuned for more updates on local housing safety and construction news at TJGringo.com.