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New plan to protect the historical urban identity of Vila de Gràcia
Urban planning. The measures set out criteria for conserving existing buildings, increasing protected housing, promoting sustainable...
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Everything you need to know about the Rental Price Regulation Law
Housing. Law 11/2020 aims to prevent the abusive increases that have occurred over the last few years. We explain what this law...
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Application period open for municipal plots to build affordable social housing
Housing. Cooperatives and foundations have until 28 February to put forward their projects.
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Regulatory plan for tourist accommodation updated with the new regulations on shared homes
Urban planning. Rooms can be rented for stays of 31 days or more, such as those by students or temporary workers.
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Towards a city with more affordable housing and financial assistance for the citizenry
Housing. The plenary session of the Social Housing Council evaluated the first five years of the Barcelona Right to Housing Plan.
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The City Council awards the construction and development of two new “APROP” buildings with around 80 dwellings
Housing. The “APROP” housing will welcome about 200 people in situations of housing emergency, young people and single-parent...
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The OMIC opens a direct helpline for those affected by blackouts
UPDATE. This service was provided during the first half of 2021. It is currently no longer active.
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Why is the price of energy rising?
Housing. We analyse the pros and cons of the regulated and free market.
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Keys to 35 houses in the Carrer Comte Borrell development are handed over
Housing. The successful bidders will pay an average monthly rent of €400 and it will never exceed 30% of the family unit’s income.
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Another step in the transformation of Glòries: more public housing and facilities
Urban planning. The mountainward side of the area will get 562 flats, 35% of them protected, along with three schools and green areas...