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Palma de Mallorca faces rise in residential motorhomes amid housing crisis

23.08.2026 12:30 1 min 2 sources РУС
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Palma de Mallorca faces rise in residential motorhomes amid housing crisis
Original source: inselradio.com

In Brief

Due to housing shortage and high rents, more people in Palma live permanently in motorhomes. City recorded 156 such vehicles; residents complain about noise, trash, and parking issues.

In Palma de Mallorca, a severe housing shortage and high rental prices are driving a growing number of people to live permanently in motorhomes and caravans. According to city authorities for 2025, 156 such vehicles have been registered in problem areas, including Son Hugo, Son Güells, and Ciutat Jardí. Other sources also mention clusters at Playa de Palma and near the Son Hugo pool.

Residents complain about a lack of parking spaces, trash, noise, and illegal wastewater dumping. Neighborhood associations are demanding that the city designate regulated parking areas. Discussions include creating dedicated lots with infrastructure and introducing a "blue zone" to regulate parking.

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Palma de Mallorca faces rise in motorhomes used as permanent homes

23.08.2026 mallorca-services.es - magazin, information, service DEU Original source

Housing crisis in Palma: More people living in motorhomes

23.08.2026 inselradio.com DEU Original source

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