Benalmadena Businesses to Get €6,000?! What Happens Next Will Shock You!

Benalmadena businesses, weary from what feels like an unending siege of roadworks, finally have a reason to smile. After two years of enduring traffic chaos, water and electricity cuts, and the resulting economic slump, a lifeline has been thrown to those hardest hit – the ground-floor businesses, particularly bars and restaurants, that rely on foot traffic.

Benalmadena Businesses to Get €6,000?! What Happen...

A provisional list has been released, showing that 65 out of 84 applicants have been approved for grants reaching up to €6,000. This is part of a €350,000 aid package designed to compensate for operating costs impacted by the seemingly never-ending council improvement projects. And let me tell you, having navigated those "improvements" myself, I can attest to the disruption they've caused. It's about time something was done to help.

This support package is, I understand, the first initiative of its kind here in Benalmadena. It's specifically targeting businesses that bravely remained open even when the street outside their front door looked more like a construction site than a welcoming storefront. The money isn't just for show either; it can be used for crucial expenses like rent, utilities, wages, and stocking up on inventory. This should provide immediate relief after what has been a seriously tough period for many.

The fact that 84 applications were submitted in just a month speaks volumes. It tells me that the council might actually be serious about this aid, and not just doing some pre-election PR stunt ahead of 2027. What's even better is that businesses didn't have to be right next to the roadworks to qualify. Even those that could demonstrate a drop in foot traffic or delivery problems have been considered. That's a sensible approach.

Now, if you're one of the applicants, pay attention: You have until December 5th to appeal any initial exclusions. After that, the final list will be confirmed, and payments will be processed without any further delays, according to the council. Let's hope they keep their word on that.

And there's more good news on the horizon for business owners in Benalmadena Pueblo! A second, similar round of funding will soon be launched for businesses affected by the recent Santo Domingo area upgrades. Again, we're talking up to €6,000 per eligible company. Double the love.

For anyone who applied, you can check your application status immediately on the official transparency portal – you can check it here. With Christmas trading season fast approaching, this financial boost could make a massive difference to year-end accounts and help with planning for 2026. Seriously, if you operated through the disruption in the affected areas, double-check your application status. The funds are already earmarked and ready to go. Here's hoping this finally gives Benalmadena businesses a much-needed break.