Barcelona Implements Tax Hike and Phase-Out Plan for Tourist Apartments
What happened
Barcelona introduced the Maricarmen decree, which increases property tax on tourist apartments by up to 150%. The city plans to phase out all short-term tourist apartment licenses by the end of 2028. The surcharge structure applies based on the number of licenses an owner holds, with the first levy scheduled for December 31, 2027, if the measure is finalized.
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Why it matters
The measure is part of a wider initiative led by Mayor Jaume Collboni to regulate the short-term rental market. The city estimates the tax hike will generate between €7 million and €8 million annually in municipal revenue.
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Who's involved
- BarcelonaThe city introducing the Maricarmen decree and planning the phase-out of tourist apartment licenses.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- AirbnbSpeculative
Online rental platforms might see short-term rental revenue decrease due to the regulatory action and increased costs.
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The entities involved
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Barcelona
city in Catalonia, Spain