Barcelona to End All Tourist Apartment Rentals by 2028

Mayor Jaume Collboni announces plan to address housing crisis by converting 10,101 short-term rentals into homes for residents.

Rents in Barcelona have surged by 68% in the past decade, making the city unaffordable for many locals.
The city will not renew licenses for current tourist apartments when they expire in November 2028.
Critics argue the ban could lead to illegal rentals and negatively impact the tourism sector.
Supporters believe the measure will provide much-needed affordable housing and reduce inequality.
Similar restrictions on short-term rentals have been implemented in other European cities like Berlin and Lisbon.