The mayor of Huesca, Lorena Orduna, warned of a potential risk for the club’s upcoming match. El Alcoraz stadium may host the game without spectators unless the city delivers the necessary measures promptly and the required environmental permit is issued. The documentation needed for the environmental license has become a sticking point in the approval process.
Speaking to reporters on Saturday in Zaragoza during the Extraordinary Meeting of the Aragonese Federation of Municipalities, Counties and Provinces, Orduna explained that El Alcoraz had received a building permit but not the environmental permit. The city council has called for a comprehensive review of all documents that have been pending for five years to expedite the process.
The situation, she acknowledged, is complicated. Still, the council has given clear deadlines to resolve the issue. Orduna also took aim at the previous administration, led by the socialist Luis Felipe, for allowing El Alcoraz to operate without the environmental permit for half a decade. Her comments emphasized the need to be informed about all renovations taking place at the stadium.
Huesca City Council orders immediate closure of El Alcoraz because it does not have a license
Orduna criticized the transfer of powers to the People’s Party, noting that the status of SD Huesca licenses and stadium-related actions had been obscured after five years of expansions and reforms. The stadium’s current capacity stands around 9,100 spectators for football matches.
The mayor pointed out that, aside from licenses for venues like restaurants and cafeterias, there are several related permits, with some dating back to 2000. The licensing and regulation measures are described as robust and appropriate for today’s standards.
recent period
Orduna stated that the city is actively working with the club to expedite a legal revision. The club would receive the revised text as soon as possible, with the expectation that their situation would return to normal. The team has been assured that there is no administrative penalty preventing them from playing at El Alcoraz, pending the proper permits. The timeline for submitting the required documents remains a priority, as the administrative period ends soon, with a date anticipated for early next week.
She highlighted the club’s cooperation in rectifying the situation, noting that efforts were focused on consolidating a single coherent document. If the documents are not completed, there is a risk that the next match might be played without spectators. The council stressed its full cooperation given the club’s importance to the city.
Licenses
Another concern cited by the current administration concerns ensuring licenses are in order, a priority heightened by past incidents that underscored the need for strict compliance in public venues. The focus remains on aligning all licensing requirements across related services and facilities.
In May, the Huesca City Council decided to close El Alcoraz immediately because it did not have a license
In the following period, officials began a thorough audit of city records, identifying gaps and streamlining processes. Some documents were submitted after concerns were raised, but more work was needed to meet all regulatory expectations. The stadium’s safety measures have been described as excellent, with multiple licenses in place, except for building permits that have not yet been integrated into a single document, necessitating a new consolidation effort.
Azcón and competitions
The public figure who preferred not to get drawn into the El Alcoraz controversy is Jorge Azcón. He argued that licensing responsibilities lie with the Huesca City Council and anticipated a resolution through lawful processes, while maintaining dialogue with the club. He stressed that this is a matter strictly within the city’s jurisdiction. The regional government’s president echoed the sentiment, noting the city must take the lead, and offered support if requested, with the caveat that licenses must be respected by all parties.
In Canadian and United States contexts, the case underscores how local authorities manage stadium licensing and public safety compliance, highlighting the need for clarity in permitting, transparent documentation, and timely action to avoid disruption to scheduled matches. This approach helps maintain fans’ confidence and preserves the economic and social value of local football clubs.