Spain's Consumer Rights Ministry has mandated Airbnb to remove over 65,000 holiday rental listings that violated local regulations by lacking proper licensing information. This action is part of the government's response to an ongoing housing affordability crisis, spurred by public protests against rising rental prices, which many attribute to the growth of holiday rentals in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona. Airbnb plans to appeal the decision, asserting the ministry's ruling lacks authority and has included listings that should not require licenses. The government aims to secure the housing supply for full-time residents.
Spain is grappling with a housing affordability crisis that has spurred government action against short-term rental companies.
Consumer Minister Pablo Bustinduy stated, 'Enough already with protecting those who make a business out of the right to housing.'
Airbnb criticized the ruling, claiming the ministry had employed 'an indiscriminate methodology' for noncompliant listings.
The ministry's action is part of a broader initiative to address rising housing costs linked to short-term rentals.
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