Lloret de Mar, in Girona, has restarted its inspection service for Tourist Use Homes (HUTs) for a second consecutive year. Two inspectors will work for six months, from April to October 2026, according to Lloret de Mar City Council.
The municipality was among the first to set up this type of inspection body last year. That first phase led to about 50 cases being processed and fines totalling €20,000, with €10,000 paid immediately.
Inspectors use the Catalan government platform and other digital tools to track and identify illegal HUTs. They work with the Administrative Police, with the aim of continuing to tackle illegal activity in this sector and make sure current rules are followed.
This work is part of the Lloret Actua 2026 plan, which includes 10 measures introduced last year and 10 new actions. The plan is designed to improve tourism management and balance the needs of residents and visitors. More local news
Adrià Lamelas, the mayor of Lloret de Mar, said the council continues to value companies that do things well and to stamp out bad practices that affect everyone. The council says it wants to support legitimate businesses while acting against those operating outside the law.
Alongside tourist housing checks, the Activities Department also inspected retail businesses during April and May. Those checks focused on takeaway food restaurants and whether they complied with health regulations.
