Real-estate sector slams Spanish government's rent cap system
The Balearic government has said that it won't be implementing the system.
Converting commercial premises into homes in Palma - just thirteen licences
In October, it was estimated that up to 1,500 premises could be "susceptible" to conversion.
Two-million-euro fine for police officer who was renting out substandard homes
The fine is the largest that the housing ministry has ever issued.
More illegal basement units being rented out as accommodation in Palma
A neighbour has denounced these illegal conversions to the town hall.
Mallorca municipal land sought for 'build to rent' social housing
The government says that this is "an ambitious programme", but the number of possible homes sounds low.
Sales of homes fall again in the Balearics
The price of housing is one reason for the fall.
Palma's future: "Will there be any neighbourhood left without gentrification?"
The Palma XXI association does not view developments in 2023 as positive.
Palma residents call for housing price limits
Palma is part of a nationwide confederation demanding control of the market, especially with regard to rented accommodation.
Price of Mallorca homes 55% higher than five years ago
New medium-priced homes are badly needed, but house building has hit rock bottom.
Mallorca plan for seasonal worker housing
Plots of land for tourism use would be reclassified.
What made the news in Mallorca in 2023? Our review
In 2023, Mallorca witnessed political shifts as the Partido Popular returned to power. President Marga Prohens faced challenges, notably from Vox, leading to compromises on legislation. Tourism reached record highs, causing concerns, and major hotel openings marked the year. Housing and traffic issues, tragic incidents, and severe storms also impacted the island.
"More tourism does not mean better living"
Environmentalists GOB: "Sustainable growth is an oxymoron."
Tenants of illegal accommodation is Palma, Mallorca
Some of the tenants in a communal area.
Housing planning in Mallorca "in a mess"
The decree for limited-price housing just adds to the excess of legislation.
Housing law has reduced the number of homes to rent in Mallorca by up to 30%
People are having to move to the mainland to find somewhere to live.
Tourism and second homes are "expelling" Mallorca's residents
Land and housing are subject to speculation because of tourism.
Palma police officer continuing to collect rent from tenants of storage rooms
He was arrested by the National Police last week and released on charges.
Palma police officer faces fine of two million euros
This is the officer who was renting out storage rooms as accommodation.
Palma police officer arrested for renting out storage rooms as living accommodation
Immigrants in 'irregular' situations were paying up to 750 euros a month rent.
An abandoned property in Palma, Mallorca
Abandoned properties such as this one in Palma are common elsewhere in Mallorca.