Barcelona Announces New Regulations for Tourist Rentals

New Regulations to Limit Short-Term Rentals

Barcelona, a top Spanish holiday destination, announced on Friday that it would be implementing new regulations to limit the number of short-term tourist rentals in the city.

The new regulations, which are set to take effect in 2024, are aimed at addressing concerns about the impact of short-term rentals on the city's housing market and quality of life for residents.

Under the new regulations, only properties that are registered as tourist accommodations will be allowed to be rented out on a short-term basis. Additionally, the number of nights that a property can be rented out on a short-term basis will be limited to 120 per year.

The new regulations are expected to have a significant impact on the short-term rental market in Barcelona. Many property owners who currently rent out their properties on a short-term basis will be forced to stop doing so, and the number of short-term rental properties available in the city is expected to decrease.

The new regulations have been met with mixed reactions from stakeholders in the tourism industry. Some property owners and rental agencies have expressed concerns about the impact of the new regulations on their businesses. However, other stakeholders, such as residents and tourism officials, have welcomed the new regulations, which they believe will help to improve the quality of life in Barcelona.