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Why Mallorca's Country-house Boom Has Slowed — a Reality Check

How Mallorca’s Rural Building Rules Have Changed

Mallorca’s rural building rules have changed in recent years, affecting size limits and buyer confidence.

Published: April 22, 2026
Why Mallorca's Country-house Boom Has Slowed — a Reality Check

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What planning rules have changed for rural house building in Mallorca?

Recent years have brought changes to what can be built and how much of a plot may be developed. The maximum buildable area was reduced for a time, pool sizes were limited, and later some rules were adjusted again, which has created caution among buyers.

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