**Property Tax Increase in Tijuana Will Not Affect Social Housing**
The Tijuana government has announced that the planned increase in property tax rates will not apply to social housing. However, luxury vertical condominiums, as well as newly incorporated properties that had not been subject to the tax before, will face higher rates. The current property tax rate will remain at 4.9% for 2025, with adjustments only reflecting changes to property value tables, which have not been updated since 2015. This move aims to ensure tax equity and will primarily impact high-value areas and luxury properties, leaving unprotected zones and social housing unaffected.
According to Victor Alfonso Ramos Gomez, head of the Municipal Treasury, once the preliminary budget law is approved by the Baja California Congress, the increases will only impact high-value areas and luxury condominiums, excluding social housing and vacant lots. Examples of affected areas include Playas de Tijuana and Colinas de Agua Caliente. This adjustment is attributed to the city’s economic growth and the need to update property assessments to reflect current values.
Mayor Ismael Burgueño Ruiz remarked that Tijuana’s property tax is relatively low compared to other cities with similar or smaller populations. He stressed that the revised property assessments and tax rates aim to create greater fiscal equity, especially in high-value residential and industrial areas that have remained unchanged since 2015.
**In Other News**
A recent surge in violent crime has resulted in an 80% decrease in tourist visits to Tijuana’s Historic Center. Additionally, the Tijuana Council has approved the 2025 Revenue Law Project amidst ongoing discussions regarding the fair imposition of fiscal duties, including property tax collection at the airport.
On a national level, Jorge Romero, recently elected as national leader of the PAN, has defended the security strategy implemented during Felipe Calderón’s presidency, despite its heavy criticism. Meanwhile, San Diego businesses plan to extend Black Friday deals through Saturday, noting reduced visits from Tijuanense tourists compared to pre-pandemic times.
Lastly, local attention has turned to sports, with Tijuana slated to host the National Women’s Equipped Football Championship from November 29 to December 1 at CETYS University, marking an exciting time for the city’s sports enthusiasts.