The Seville City Council has approved a new regulation that directly affects the opening of new tourist apartments. From now on, it will be mandatory to obtain the consent of the community of neighbours in order to register and operate these types of accommodations. This pioneering measure in Andalusia aims to strike a balance between tourism development and the coexistence of local communities in the city’s neighbourhoods.
What does this new regulation mean?
Until now, any property owner could register a home as a tourist accommodation without consulting or informing their neighbours. However, under the new law, future tourist apartments in Seville will require prior authorisation from the property community. This means that:
- The community must discuss and approve the use of the property as a tourist accommodation in a homeowners’ meeting.
- A favourable quorum of 60% of the votes will be required to grant the permit.
- If approval is not obtained, the owner will not be able to register the property as a tourist apartment.
This measure does not affect existing tourist apartments, but it sets a more restrictive framework for new properties entering the sector.
Why has this measure been implemented?
The popularity of tourist apartments in Seville has grown exponentially in recent years, especially in central areas such as Santa Cruz, Triana, or the Old Town. However, this growth has led to conflicts in residential communities, related to:
- Noise and disturbances caused by more intensive use of the properties.
- Higher turnover of people, affecting the harmony within the building.
- Increased rental prices, making it harder for local residents to access housing.
The City Council’s goal is to preserve peaceful coexistence and ensure that communities have a say in whether tourist apartments are included in their buildings. You can read more about this in this article.
Impact on property managers
This regulation presents a new challenge for property managers in Seville, who will need to obtain neighbours’ approval before starting a tourist rental project. This change could slow down the registration process and limit the availability of new properties in the tourist market.
However, it also presents an opportunity to strengthen best practices and promote a more responsible management approach that respects local communities. This is something we champion at Roomonitor and weRespect, where we prioritise neighbourly coexistence to ensure a sustainable tourism model.
Our solutions, such as noise monitoring, help prevent conflicts within communities by ensuring that noise levels are respected. In addition, our Alarm Assistant service offers professional support to manage any incidents in real time.
If you manage properties in Seville, we invite you to explore our tools to optimise the management of tourist apartments and ensure a harmonious coexistence.