The Official Journal of the Generalitat Valenciana presents a comprehensive overview of how industrial areas are classified across the Valencian Community. The recent update reflects the regional characteristics and the level of services these zones provide, identifying six sites for initial categorization. Notable among them are the Las Atalayas industrial area in Alicante and the Alcoy area known for its lower cost structure.
This categorization is established under the Ivace framework and the Law on Management, Promotion and Modernization of Industrial Zones. The system uses three main levels: basic, combined, and advanced, forming the backbone of how industrial areas are interpreted and organized.
Under this framework, industrial areas are defined by meeting essential requirements and services aligned with planning norms and local urban regulations governing industrial use. Ivace relies on information supplied by municipalities to determine whether parcels located in industrial zones comply with conditions set forth by the Regional, Urban Planning and Landscape Development Law, known as LOTUP.
To date, the Valencian Community has expanded its core industrial zones from 171 to 296. The distribution shows 59 zones in Castellón, 162 in Valencia, and 75 in Alicante, illustrating a broadening regional footprint and a greater emphasis on organized industrial development.
Six zones have achieved improved categorization for the first time. These include Las Atalayas in Alicante, Cotes Baixes de Alcoy, Cotes de Algemesí, Juan Carlos I Industrial Park in Almussafes, Fuente del Jarro, and the Valencia Parc Tecnològic de Paternal. These recognitions reflect progress in aligning with planning standards and service provisions across the Valencian network.
Beyond simply creating a defined industrial area, the law also covers the ongoing classification of zones as developed and details related management and modernization strategies. Authorities may designate urban conservation arrangements, oversee infrastructure investments such as truck parking, green spaces, and public transit access, and support initiatives like electric vehicle charging, health services, and waste management systems. These elements collectively contribute to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable industrial landscape.
Superblocks and the absence of roundabouts are part of the new planning approach for the Las Atalayas industrial zone. This shift demonstrates how the region integrates modern urban design concepts with industrial functionality to improve traffic flow and neighbor safety while maintaining productive operations.
In developing this classification, Ivace consulted municipal reports on compliance with the applicable statutes. On-site verifications were conducted in each of the areas to ensure accurate assessment of conditions and facilities against the regulatory framework. Following the latest update, reclassification can be requested by municipalities. Local authorities and organizations responsible for management and modernization may submit requests to have their industrial zones assigned to a particular category. The process involves providing documentation that supports the case and complies with the timeline set by Ivace for consideration.