Background and Relevance of the Mentioned Person
Edna Vega Rangel, the Secretary of Agrarian Transformation, Territorial and Urban Development (Sedatu), is at the forefront of Mexico’s housing initiative, “Housing for Well-being.” This program aims to construct 1.8 million homes throughout the current administration, targeting vulnerable families and ensuring their right to adequate housing.
Strengthening Collaboration Among Housing Institutions
During the National Housing Meeting of the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC), Sedatu emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination among national housing organizations. The collaboration between Infonavit, Fovissste, Sociedad Hipotecaria Federal (SHF), and the National Housing Commission (Conavi) has become tighter than ever. Moreover, Sedatu stressed the significance of involving local housing institutes to ensure nationwide impact.
Infonavit’s Contribution
Octavio Romero Oropeza, the General Director of Infonavit, explained that they have already signed agreements with all 32 states to donate land for building 1.8 million new homes. Out of this number, Infonavit will be responsible for 1.2 million units, Conavi for 500,000, and Fovissste for 100,000.
- Currently, there are 153,000 housing contracts.
- By the end of the year, 300,000 units are expected to be under construction.
- By 2026, another 400,000 homes will be added.
Romero invited the CMIC to join the National Housing Program and regain the capacity for social housing construction.
Fovissste’s Strategy
Jabnely Maldonado, the Executive Vice President of Fovissste, outlined their strategy that includes creating land reserves, self-production projects, building affordable housing, and acquiring real estate to strengthen the immediate supply. They also aim to rehabilitate homes for beneficiaries.
Maldonado stated that Fovissste’s goal for the 2025-2030 period is to contribute 100,000 homes to the “Housing for Well-being” program. They plan to allocate an initial budget of 60,000 million pesos in coordination with Sedatu and state and municipal authorities.
Key Participants in the Meeting
The meeting featured notable attendees such as Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena, Altagracia Gómez Sierra (Coordinator of the Business Advisory Council of the Mexican Government), Luis Rafael Méndez Jaled (National President of CMIC), Alejandro Malagón Barragán (President of Concamin), Mérida Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada, and Alain Patricia López Briseño (Secretary of Infrastructure for Well-being in the entity).
Sedatu’s Vision for a Nationwide Housing Policy
Through this coordination scheme, Sedatu aims to establish the “Housing for Well-being” program as a national policy. The objective is for federal and state organizations to work towards common goals, ensuring that the benefits translate into adequate housing for those who need it most.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main goal of Sedatu’s housing program? The primary objective is to construct 1.8 million homes for vulnerable families, ensuring their right to adequate housing.
- Which organizations are collaborating in this initiative? Infonavit, Fovissste, Sociedad Hipotecaria Federal (SHF), and the National Housing Commission (Conavi) are working together, along with local housing institutes.
- How many homes will each organization build? Infonavit will construct 1.2 million units, Conavi 500,000, and Fovissste 100,000.
- What is Fovissste’s strategy for contributing to the program? Fovissste plans to create land reserves, develop self-production projects, build affordable housing, acquire real estate, and rehabilitate homes for beneficiaries.
- What are the targets for Fovissste’s contribution to the program? By 2026, Fovissste aims to contribute 100,000 homes with an initial budget of 60,000 million pesos in collaboration with Sedatu and state/municipal authorities.
