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BOE-A-2026-3804 ·18 February 2026 ·Act critical
Tax

Consumers in areas affected by storm Leonardo: 30 days to access essential accommodation services

The resolution authorizes the application of article 20 ter of the Consumer Defense Law to essential accommodation services in areas affected by storm Leonardo. Access is guaranteed for 30 days from publication, ensuring consumers can obtain lodging under safe and dignified conditions. The agreement is published as an annex and is based on Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007, dated 16 November (art. 20 ter).

In 2 key points

  1. Consumers in areas affected by Storm Leonardo can access essential accommodation for 30 days (art. 20 ter RDL 1/2007)
  2. Access is guaranteed for a period of 30 days from the date of publication (resolución de 17 de febrero de 2026)

How it affects those involved

Consumers affected by evictions due to Storm Leonardo can access essential accommodation services for 30 days. Accommodation businesses in affected areas must guarantee space availability. Local authorities must coordinate access and the management of these services. Consumer advisors must inform their clients about this new possibility of access.

Lifecycle

2026-02-18PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-02-18Into forceComes into force (resolución de 17 de febrero de 2026)
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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