Benidorm is progressing towards an agreement with the family Murcia Puchades regarding the compensation of €350 million stemming from the urban planning case of Serra Gelada. Both parties have proposed similar measures, including an initial payment of €60 million, land concessions, and a five-year postponement of the remaining debt. This conflict, which has stretched over two decades, began when the lands of the APR-7 sector lost their development status during the process of their integration into the Serra Gelada natural park.

The Ayuntamiento de Benidorm (Benidorm City Council) is set to provide the first payment with a substantial financial backing from the Ministry of Finance, which will lend €55 million to the city government. The agreement aims to provide financial relief for the city while addressing the long-standing legal and financial obligations that have arisen from the urban planning decisions affecting this protected area. The postponement of the debt repayment until 2030 allows the city time to manage its fiscal responsibilities effectively.

The Serra Gelada compensation case highlights ongoing tensions between urban development and environmental protection, as the natural park's designation has significantly impacted property owners' rights and expectations. The outcome of this agreement could set a precedent for how similar disputes are handled in the future, balancing the need for urban development with the responsibilities towards preserving natural heritage in Spain.