Andorra Receives Six Proposals for Public Affordable Housing Purchases

The Andorran government has received six proposals from private owners for buildings to be purchased and added to the public affordable rental housing stock, with technical reviews now underway.

The submission deadline closed on Tuesday, kicking off a summer-long process of technical audits, property valuations, and economic assessments. Officials aim to move quickly to verify compliance with tender criteria before calculating full acquisition costs, including any required renovations or use conversions for buildings that are occupied, vacant, or previously intended for tourist or hotel purposes.

Minister and government spokesperson Guillem Casal highlighted the outcome during Wednesday's post-Council of Ministers press conference, calling it a "good piece of news" since "we have candidates, that's what's important." He emphasized the need to analyze the proposals "with maximum speed possible" over the coming months, noting that six submissions across the central valley and higher parishes open the door to expanding the public housing supply—though it was possible no private interest would emerge.

Decisions on purchases will hinge on these evaluations and the recently approved budget allocation of €21.6 million, which Housing Minister Conxita Marsol said could be increased if needed. Casal cautioned against specifying a final number of acquisitions until costs are finalized for each property. Acquired buildings will pass to the Institut Nacional de l’Habitatge for management.

The government views the response as a positive step amid ongoing housing shortages, with the exact growth in public rental units still pending the review outcomes.