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Madrid draws the line: Stricter rules for holiday rentals — and what Mallorca must do now

Why Palma is tightening control of holiday rentals

Palma is tightening holiday rental control to address housing pressure, safety concerns and tax fairness.

Published: April 22, 2026
Madrid draws the line: Stricter rules for holiday rentals — and what Mallorca must do now

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Why is Palma focusing more on illegal holiday rentals now?

Palma is under pressure from housing shortages, neighbourhood complaints and the need for clearer rules. Authorities also want better tax fairness and safer accommodation, which is harder to guarantee when listings are not properly registered.

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