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When Rents Strangle Shops: Balearic Islands between Boom and Vacancy

What Municipalities Can Do About Empty Shops in Mallorca

Vacancy taxes, long-lease support and public space data could help reduce empty shops in Mallorca.

Published: April 23, 2026
When Rents Strangle Shops: Balearic Islands between Boom and Vacancy

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What can Mallorca municipalities do about vacant shops?

Municipalities can use a vacancy tax, support long-term leases, or even buy and repurpose key locations for local projects. They can also improve transparency by publishing data on rents, vacancy periods and ownership. These tools do not solve everything, but they can make it less attractive to leave spaces idle.

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