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Building law relaxed: How Mallorca decides between housing and farmland

What Mallorca towns should check before approving new housing

Mallorca municipalities should confirm water, wastewater and infrastructure capacity before approving new housing.

Published: April 21, 2026
Building law relaxed: How Mallorca decides between housing and farmland

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What should be checked before new building starts in Mallorca?

Before construction begins, municipalities should make sure there is enough water, wastewater capacity, road access and other basic infrastructure. Environmental checks also matter, especially for groundwater, soil quality and sealing of land. Without those guarantees, new development can create more problems than it solves.

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