Catalonia activates compulsory registration for large holders
Are you obliged to register?
If you manage significant real estate assets in Catalonia, take note: the Generalitat has activated a new mandatory register for large property holders to report their status. This measure is part of the Decree-Law 2/2025 of 25 Februaryand aims to improve the monitoring of the residential market, particularly in stress zones.
Who is affected by this obligation?
It is considered large owner to whom:
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He is the holder of 5 or more dwellings at declared stressed areas in Catalonia.
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Either it has more than 10 dwellings or a built-up area for residential use exceeding 1,500 m².(excluding garages and storage rooms), anywhere in Spain.
What does registration involve?
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Enables the Administration to identifying vacant or inadequately used dwellingsto facilitate their entry into the market.
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Failure to register is considered a serious infringementpunishable by a fine of between 9.001 € y 90.000 €.
How is the procedure carried out?
The procedure must be carried out telematicallyby means of digital identification with:
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idCAT
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Electronic ID
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Digital certificate
Access the procedure from the official website of the Government of Catalonia:
Where to request official information?
For questions, doubts or advice:
Agència de l'Habitatge de Catalunya - Generalitat de Catalunya
