The Association of Portuguese Real Estate Promoters and Investors (APPII) has reiterated its commitment to contributing to the debate on housing policies in Lisbon. With 14 years of experience as a member of the Municipal Housing Council, APPII aims to promote affordable and quality housing for Lisbon's inhabitants. The association values the council as a space for dialogue and participation among different entities.
APPII has been a member of the Municipal Housing Council since 2012, providing a unique perspective as representatives of real estate promoters and investors. Through their participation, they have shared their knowledge and experience on urban development and housing challenges. The association believes their input has constructively contributed to the reflection on Lisbon's housing policies.
The APPII emphasizes that its primary objective within the council is to promote more and better housing at affordable costs. They stress the importance of representative participation from various sectors and believe that their expertise should continue to be part of the dialogue. The association aims to engage in informed and constructive discussions to find solutions to Lisbon's housing challenges.
The Municipal Housing Council has a new composition, approved by the Lisbon City Council. The new council members for the 2025-2029 term include the FAMALIS, FENACHE, AIL, ALP, APPII, WIRE, AICCOPN, and APEMIP. The council is a consultative body that supports decision-making on housing matters in Lisbon, comprising the city's mayor, representatives from associations, and one representative from each political force with representation in the Municipal Assembly.
The opposition has criticized the new composition, citing the exclusion of residents' associations and the inclusion of new real estate sector members. The Communist Party of Portugal (PCP) expressed concerns about the reduced number of representative members and the inclusion of other real estate associations. The PS and BE also contested the increased representation of the real estate sector and the removal of residents' associations.
The APPII assures that it will continue to participate in the council, contributing its expertise and working with other representatives to address Lisbon's housing challenges. The association's goal remains focused on promoting affordable and quality housing for Lisbon's inhabitants.
The new council's composition aims to ensure a plural and balanced representation of entities, enriching the strategic reflection and identifying effective solutions to Lisbon's housing challenges. The APPII's continued participation is expected to provide valuable insights from the real estate sector.
Key points
- The APPII will continue to contribute to Lisbon's housing policy debate.
- The Municipal Housing Council has a new composition for the 2025-2029 term.
- The opposition criticizes the exclusion of residents' associations and the inclusion of new real estate sector members.
