Law 8/2026 establishes the regulatory framework for the total eradication of asbestos in Catalonia, amending various sectoral laws to ensure its safe removal (art. 74 Law 3/2023). The regulation impacts waste management, urban planning, and public health, tightening controls over this hazardous substance. General entry into force is set for October 3, 2026 (final provision 7).
The regulation imposes new handling and disposal protocols for asbestos-containing materials, increasing responsibility in hazardous waste management. Property owners and urban planners must integrate these restrictions into renovation or demolition plans. The health and environmental sectors benefit from a stricter framework to prevent occupational diseases.
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