One of the support pillars of the building shows visible structural damage, a situation that has led to several alerts to the authorities, yet no definitive solution has been implemented so far.
Building at risk of collapse worries residents in Espinho
Friday, 6 February 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.
