Murcia – Tourist Rent

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Tourist housing, classified in  a single category, has been included in a generic category called “holiday accommodation”, different from tourist apartments.

Homes and rooms for tourist use

Concept

Tourist dwellings are those that:

– are temporarily transferred to third parties;

– on a regular basis – two or more times per year – and by price;

– furnished and equipped in conditions of immediate use; and

– For holiday purposes.

Likewise, it is necessary that these homes are marketed or promoted in tourist offer channels, of whatever type, as long as it allows the property to be advertised and offered – travel agencies, reservation centers or mediation companies organization of tourist services, any internet service, etc.

These homes can be transferred in two ways:

– In its entirety;

By rooms intended for dormitory.

Requirements

The  basic requirements that these homes must meet are the following:

  • When they are completely transferred, they must have, at least, a living-dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. When the living-dining room and kitchen are integrated into the bedroom space, the maximum capacity will be two seats.
  • If they are transferred by rooms, they must have a kitchen, bathroom, living-dining room and, at least, one bedroom for tourist accommodation other than the one reserved for the owner, who must have his or her effective residence in the home. Studio homes are not permitted.
  • All dependencies must have the established surface area and basic equipment.
  • The minimum services, which must be included in the price, are:
    • Supply of water, electricity and, where appropriate, gas;
    • Upkeep, maintenance and repairs, except for those in excess of normal and diligent use;
    • Collection of rubbish from public roads or areas specially designated for its deposit;
    • Cleaning before entry;
    • Use and enjoyment of swimming pools, gardens, playgrounds and common terraces, with their own elements;
    • Use and enjoyment of open-air car parks, without surveillance or reservation of spaces; and
    • Community of owners expenses.

Procedure for starting activity

Prior to the provision of the service, a responsible declaration must be submitted to the Tourism Institute of the Region of Murcia,  according to the standard model. From that moment on, tourism activity can be carried out, however, they must comply with the regulations that apply to them and be in possession of other licenses, authorizations or other intervention titles that are required by other bodies by virtue of their respective competences.