Germán Rocha, CEO of the developer Amb Tú, has resigned as vice-president of the Aproviba developers association in the Balearics, explaining that residents are not being protected by policies for affordable housing. (Aproviba is part of the PIMEM federation of small to medium-sized business associations.)
In his resignation letter, he says: "This decision comes at a crucial moment for the real estate sector in the Balearics, where access to housing has become one of the main social challenges facing our community. Given this, I believe it is essential to act with clarity and responsibility.
"As a professional committed to developing affordable housing, I can no longer be part of an environment where certain criteria do not prioritise the protection of residents. This principle, for me, is non-negotiable. There aren't isolated incidents, but rather dynamics that are eroding public trust in the sector as a whole. Housing, especially affordable and subsidised housing, must be managed with rigour, transparency and guarantees, respecting its social function."
"My resignation is not due to personal conflicts or specific disagreements. It stems from a firm conviction: the need to contribute to a fairer, more transparent and truly resident-oriented housing model. It is not about singling out specific individuals, but about fostering a necessary reflection on certain models that must evolve if we are to meet the needs of the Balearic Islands.
"I will remain a member of PIMEM and will continue to actively collaborate with institutions, business groups and the public administration, from a constructive and independent position, contributing concrete proposals that help improve access to housing. My commitment is clear: to actively contribute to redefining the housing model in the Balearics, placing residents at the centre and guaranteeing their access to affordable housing.
"The islands need to do things right. They need effective, serious and long-term housing policies that allow residents to develop their life projects without being forced to leave. With nothing further to add, I thank you for the opportunity I have had during my time as vice president, but with the criticism that nothing was done to help the residents."