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BOE-A-2026-16532 ·29 July 2026 ·Resolution High impact
Administrative

New stressed housing market zones: publication of declarations for the second quarter of 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda publishes the list of areas declared as stressed housing markets during the second quarter of 2026, in accordance with Article 18.2.d) of Law 12/2023. The resolution includes declarations from various autonomous communities, including Asturias, Galicia (Santiago de Compostela), and the Basque Country (Basauri). These zones trigger specific measures regarding the duration of the declaration, the definition of large property holders, and potential limitations on lease agreements (art. 18.2.d).

In 2 key points

  1. Declaration of zones in Asturias (Gijón, Avilés, Gozón, Llanes), Galicia (Santiago de Compostela) and the Basque Country (Basauri) (texto fuente)
  2. Application of specific definitions of large landlord and rental restrictions according to zone (art. 18.2.d)

How it affects those involved

For large landlords and property owners in affected areas such as Santiago de Compostela, Basauri or various Asturian municipalities, the declaration introduces specific definitions of 'large landlord' and rental price restrictions (art. 18.2.d). Tenants in these areas benefit from housing law protections amid market pressure. Local and regional authorities reinforce their regulatory capacity over rental markets in these specific zones.

Frequently asked questions

Which areas have been declared as tense rental markets this quarter?
Areas in Asturias (Gijón, Avilés, Gozón, Llanes), Santiago de Compostela in Galicia and Basauri in the Basque Country (source text).
What are the consequences of being in a tense rental market?
It may result in specific definitions of large landlord and restrictions on rental agreements (art. 18.2.d).

Lifecycle

2026-07-29PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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