Legal blog onshort-term rental housingin Spain

Specialized articles on regulations, sanctions, licenses, and case law on vacation rentals, written by Dylan Tarín, a lawyer with more than 18 years of experience in the sector.

Sanctions March 2026

I've been sanctioned for renting my flat on Airbnb: what can I do?

A practical step-by-step guide for owners who have received a sanction proceeding over short-term rental activity. Deadlines, available appeals, and the most common mistakes made by the administration.

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Licenses February 2026

How to obtain a short-term rental license in Barcelona in 2026

The 2015 moratorium doesn't close every door. We look at the exceptional cases where it is still possible to legalize a short-term rental in the city of Barcelona, and what documentation the City Council requires.

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Regulations January 2026

Short-term rental regulations in Spain in 2026: what has changed and what you need to know

An updated summary of the most relevant regulatory changes affecting vacation rentals in Spain: new restrictions in Madrid, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, and the impact of the EU regulation on digital platforms.

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Regulation May 2026

Madrid's RESIDE Plan: the end of short-term rentals in residential buildings

Madrid City Council bans scattered short-term rentals in residential buildings in the city center. We explain what this means, who it affects, and what options you have if you already hold a license.

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Legislation May 2026

2025 Condominium Law: your homeowners' association can ban your short-term rental

Since April 2025, 60% of neighbors can veto short-term rentals in your building. We look at what majority is required, whether it affects existing licenses, and how you can defend yourself.

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Current Affairs May 2026

Ministry of Housing orders the removal of 86,000 illegal short-term rental listings

In February 2026 the Ministry detected 86,275 short-term rental properties without a valid registration and demanded their removal within 48 hours. We explain how to know if you're affected and what to do if your listing has disappeared.

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