The Government of Cantabria has officially approved Decree 56/2023—a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at regulating short-term rental properties, enhancing legal certainty, and improving neighbourhood coexistence.
One of the most notable aspects of this new decree is the mandatory installation of noise monitoring systems in all tourist accommodations registered in the region.
At Roomonitor, we offer the market’s first noise monitoring device—a trusted technology already used in thousands of properties, not only across Spain but in several countries worldwide.
Why this regulation?
According to the Cantabrian government, this measure responds to the need to:
- End the legal grey area surrounding many holiday rentals.
- Provide regulatory clarity for owners, managers, and municipalities.
- Safeguard residents’ right to rest and prevent disruption in residential areas.
With this initiative, Cantabria joins a growing European movement to ensure holiday rentals operate in harmony with urban life and community wellbeing.
Who is affected, and what does it mean?
The requirement to install noise monitoring devices applies to:
- All registered short-term rental properties in Cantabria.
- Any new holiday lets: they must be equipped before beginning operations.
Beyond noise monitoring, the decree also introduces other obligations, such as distinguishing between professional and occasional rental activity, and applying more precise categorisation of accommodation types.
What kind of technology is required?
While the regulation does not mention specific brands, it clearly states that devices must be able to measure and record noise levels to prevent disruptive behaviour and misuse.
This type of technology enables operators to detect issues in real time and take action before complaints or fines arise.
Roomonitor’s noise monitoring system
At Roomonitor, we’ve been working with short-term rental operators and property managers for years, particularly in high-regulation urban environments like Barcelona, Paris, and Lisbon.
With our device and technology, you can:
- Detect noise, parties, or overcrowding in real time.
- Monitor tobacco smoke, air quality, temperature, and humidity.
- Intervene preventively, either automatically or via our Remote Control Centre.
- Stay compliant with new legal requirements—without disrupting your daily operations.
- Log incidents with traceability, including reports and alert histories.
All of this is done discreetly and automatically, with zero impact on the guest experience.
Do you manage properties in Cantabria?
This regulation is already in effect. If you operate in places like Santander, Suances, Comillas, Castro Urdiales, Noja, or elsewhere in the region, now is the time to act.
👉 Get in touch with our team and let us help you implement a quick, legal, and effective solution.