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Barcelona's STR Ban Faces Criticism for Lack of Evidence

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Barcelona has regulated short-term rentals (STRs) since 1998 and instituted a moratorium in 2014.
Mayor Jaume Collboni plans to eliminate all legal STRs by 2028, aiming to increase housing for residents.
Studies show that removing STRs may not lead to more homes for residents and could worsen the housing crisis.
The city's own research indicates that legally licensed STRs might remain vacant or shift to seasonal rentals.
New York's STR ban serves as a warning, resulting in higher rental prices instead of improving the housing supply.

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Barcelona has regulated short-term rentals (STRs) since 1998 and instituted a moratorium in 2014.
Mayor Jaume Collboni plans to eliminate all legal STRs by 2028, aiming to increase housing for residents.
Studies show that removing STRs may not lead to more homes for residents and could worsen the housing crisis.
The city's own research indicates that legally licensed STRs might remain vacant or shift to seasonal rentals.
New York's STR ban serves as a warning, resulting in higher rental prices instead of improving the housing supply.

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