The proposal seeks the partial suspension of the PDM (Municipal Master Plan), which is currently under review, and of Lisbon's urban development plans, in order to curb licences for tourist accommodation.
PCP on Lisbon City Council seeks to suspend licensing of new hotels in the city
Thursday, 8 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Local accommodation (alojamento local) means short-term tourist rentals—private apartments, houses or rooms rented for days or weeks—that must be registered and licensed with municipal authorities. Municipalities can suspend or cancel licences (Lisbon cancelled about 6,700 licences in early 2026), so travellers and hosts should check a listing's registration and local rules before booking or offering stays.
