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Madrid Approves and Signs Deal to Redevelop Former Méndez Álvaro El Corte Inglés Into Park and Office Tower

The plan shifts most of the former retail site to public use, reserving a smaller parcel for an office tower of up to 27 storeys.

Overview

  • The urban management agreement enables the 'Nuevo Sur‑Méndez Álvaro' project on an 11,811 m² site once occupied by a 1992 El Corte Inglés store.
  • Roughly 72% of the land is assigned to public uses, with an 8,500 m² parcel for a district park and a community facility with underground parking.
  • The remaining 3,311 m² private parcel is designated for tertiary use, including a potential office tower capped at 27 floors.
  • Plans place the park at the southwest end to optimize sun exposure, add native tree cover, and open new pedestrian links between Kentia and Retama streets.
  • The agreement sets terms for land cessions, a single coordinated project for building and urbanization, financing of the green space, and a consultation to define the specific public facility with the Arganzuela District Board.