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Practical notes on living, investing and staying compliant on the Costa del Sol.
Overview
Tourist rentals in Spain in 2026: the legal framework on three levels
Europe, the Spanish State and Andalusia all regulate your holiday apartment at once. Here is how it fits together — and what has changed.
June 10, 2026 · 7 min read
Practical guide
How to turn your apartment into a Tourist-Use Dwelling (VUT) in Andalusia
Step-by-step requirements under Decree 31/2024, plus Málaga's moratorium and Marbella's upcoming ordinance.
June 5, 2026 · 8 min read
Latest update
The Supreme Court strikes down the Single Rental Registry: what it means for owners
The judgment of 21 May 2026 voids the national registration number. Here is what falls away and what remains in force.
May 28, 2026 · 6 min read
Europe
Regulation (EU) 2024/1028: what changes for short-term rentals from May 2026
Since 20 May 2026 the whole EU shares tourist-rental data. Here is what it means for you.
May 22, 2026 · 6 min read
Property & community
Tourist flats and the owners' community: the 3/5 rule after Organic Law 1/2025
Since April 2025, a new tourist flat needs the approval of 3/5 of the community. Here is how it works.
April 18, 2026 · 6 min read