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30% of Balearic Tourist Apartments Operate Illegally, Sparks Regulation Call

2/6/2025

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In the Balearic Islands, a staggering 30% of tourist apartments are operating without proper licenses, revealing a troubling trend of illegal advertising. Minister Bustinduy calls for urgent regulation to tackle the housing crisis, with the government pledging €4.25 million in 2025 to strengthen oversight and collaborate with platforms like Airbnb to restore order.

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In the Balearic Islands, a staggering 30% of tourist apartments are operating without proper licenses, revealing a troubling trend of illegal advertising. Minister Bustinduy calls for urgent regulation to tackle the housing crisis, with the government pledging €4.25 million in 2025 to strengthen oversight and collaborate with platforms like Airbnb to restore order.