The urban park is located in a working class district, and has longitudinal and transversal slopes that are the cause of erosion processes. The neighbouring housings had humidity problems and even small floods during rain periods.

First of all, this initiative aims at avoiding erosion processes, while limiting the entry of rainwater in the sewage system to prevent its pollution. Furthermore, it enables the collection, managing and retention of rainwater for other uses. Besides, the project preserves urban soil from erosion and contributes to the development of green areas.

The development of the tasks had several phases:

The processes of flooding and erosion have reduced noticeably, as well as humidity problems in the neighbouring houses. The increase of the green surfaces in the park improves the air quality and the temperatures in summer, increasing the frequency and length of visits of the neighbours.

Madrid City Council
C/ Gomeznarro
28043 Madrid
Spain
Phone: +34 91 588 76 43
Fax: +34 91 588 76 49
Javier del Palacio

28/11/2006

case

Urban Policy > Transport and infrastructure > Technical infrastructure

Water supply