Barcelona plans to ban tourists from renting holiday apartments by 2028 to curb soaring housing costs. Mayor Jaume Collboni announced that the city will revoke licences for the 10,101 short-term rental apartments. This measure aims to address the housing crisis caused by a 68% rise in rents over the past decade.
The ban follows similar actions in the Canary Islands, Lisbon, and Berlin. National housing minister Isabel Rodriguez supports the decision, emphasizing the need for affordable housing. The city will maintain strict inspections to prevent illegal rentals.
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