This is great news.

A big step in the right direction

San Diego next, please

This is the best summary I could come up with:

The measure seeks to address the growing national housing crisis, which is particularly acute in touristic cities such as Barcelona.

The plan reflects a global trend of cities beginning to combat the effects of mass tourism on local life.

The decision grants the Catalan city’s authorities the power to regulate tourist flats in their municipalities.

Barcelona has not granted new licences since 2014, when it froze supply at 9,600 units, although some subsequent cases are pending court decisions.

Jaume Collboni, the city’s mayor, described the measures as “a turning point” in tackling the problem of access to housing, especially for young people.

Meanwhile the deputy mayor, Laia Bonet, stated that the five-year period before the licences expire will act as a form of compensation for landlords.

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