This is an area where being informed makes all the difference. Follow here all matters related to the legislation applied to the purchase and sale of real estate, rental of houses, etc.
The measures were approved by the Council of Ministers on July 9, 2026, and are part of the Build Portugal strategy. The Government's stated goal is to restore the confidence of property owners, put more houses on the market, and ensure that the protection of vulnerable families is supported by the State.
But it is important to clarify a key point right away: these changes are...
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Although they concern different matters, both pieces of legislation point in the same direction: simpler administrative processes, but also greater technical accountability of the parties involved and strengthened safety requirements on site.
Urbanistic Licensing: New Phase of RJUE ReformThe main highlight goes to the Decree-Law No. 108/2026, approved under the...
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There are several new developments this year, primarily in the fiscal and regulatory landscape. The Government has launched an extensive package of measures aimed at rebalancing the market, with further changes expected in the coming months.
In this January 2026 Real Estate Snapshot, I will provide a more comprehensive summary as we start the year, covering the latest...
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But what changes with this new Decree-Law No. 117/2024, of December 30, and what will be the actual impact on the real estate market and housing access? Let us explore the specifics of this reform and its main anticipated effects.
The context: a response to the housing crisisIn recent years, the housing crisis in Portugal has become a priority issue, aligning with what is happening...
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Having been approved on January 8, 2024, the "Licensing Simplex" within the More Housing Package, no longer requires the presentation of the Habitation License and Technical Dossier of the property, or proof of their existence, at the time of the deed of sale and purchase of a house, with retroactive effects from January 1, 2024.
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These are the main measures, briefly described here:
Summary of Decree-Law No. 10/2024 , of January 8, which aims to Simplify Licensing.
Urbanism: License deletion: Creation of new cases of prior communication and exemption from prior control. Exemption from licenses for interior works that do not affect the stability structure, which aim to increase the number of... View more
Portugal is a destination appreciated by foreigners, thanks to its mild climate, feeling of security, good schools, quality services and infrastructure, for having receptive and hospitable people, where command of the English language is great, magnificent landscapes and a rich culture . These reasons are amplified by an attractive real...
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The program aims to increase the supply of affordable housing in Portugal, fight real estate speculation and promote foreign investment in the housing sector.
Measures of the "Mais Habitação" PackageThe program contains several measures, among which the following can be highlighted:
Creation of support for the promotion of affordable rental housing; Promotion of a new... View more
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