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Strangers in Their Own Neighborhood: When Palma Loses Its Neighbors

Possible Ways to Protect Palma's Old Town

Palma is debating limits on conversions, protection for shared spaces and better data on housing and rents.

Published: June 07, 2026
Strangers in Their Own Neighborhood: When Palma Loses Its Neighbors

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What solutions are being discussed for Palma's old town?

Ideas being discussed include limits on new hotel or holiday conversions in sensitive areas, rules to protect historic communal spaces, and financial contributions from developers to support affordable housing. There is also support for better public data so the city can track rents, vacancies and changes in neighbourhood life more clearly.

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