Tigre seeks to limit building heights while construction is suspended
Tigre has implemented a temporary halt on building heights until mid-April to manage urban growth amid ongoing construction stoppages.
Tigre, a municipality in Argentina, has enacted a temporary limitation on building heights to regulate urban development, which will remain in effect until mid-April 2023. The municipal council, or Concejo Deliberante, has approved an extension of the suspension of all construction projects, except for individual homes, for an additional 90 business days starting December 10, 2025. This decision comes as the municipality reassesses its urban growth regulations in light of recent judicial resolutions.
Moreover, a court ruling from the San Isidro Administrative Court has mandated that no new projects can commence until the municipality has updated its urban growth regulatory framework. This action was largely driven by a local NGO, Compromiso con Tigre, and council member Sebastián Rovira, who emphasized the importance of organized growth that supports economic development and improves residents' quality of life. He expressed a desire for the city’s development to be aligned with regulations that uphold community standards, rather than opposing growth itself.
The ongoing discussions within the Concejo Deliberante highlight the balancing act between development and community needs. The council has been actively working on creating new legislation since January, indicating a proactive approach to resolving urban planning challenges. As Tigre navigates this complex issue, the implications of these regulations and their enforcement will be crucial in shaping the future of urban development in the area, potentially affecting housing, employment, and local economic conditions.