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More people, more questions: How the Balearic Islands should respond to the INE scenario

Housing policy adjustments for Palma with more residents

Palma should plan land for social housing, convert spaces for housing, and register vacancies to ease pressure as population grows.

Published: June 18, 2026
More people, more questions: How the Balearic Islands should respond to the INE scenario

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How should Palma adapt its housing policy to a growing population?

Palma should consider designating land for social housing, promoting convertible commercial properties for living spaces, and introducing vacancy registers. A targeted approach to taxing permanently vacant second homes can help relieve pressure on the housing market. These steps aim to balance supply with need while keeping housing affordable for residents.

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