VV and New Builds: What the 10‑Year Rule Really Means

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The widely discussed 10‑year restriction for new constructions applies exclusively to Vivienda Vacacional (VV) — the classic short‑term tourist rental model.

For buyers and owners, this means that new builds cannot be used for VV during their first ten years.

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At the same time, this creates a second, often underestimated opportunity:

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LAU Rental: Flexible, legally clear and usable from day one

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Rental under LAU (Ley de Arrendamientos Urbanos) — especially for digital nomads, remote professionals and seasonal users — is becoming a stable and highly attractive investment category.

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LAU means:

• no tourist licence required

• immediate usability from day one

• predictable income through mid‑term tenants

• legal clarity and strong social acceptance

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For many new developments, LAU is the flexible, secure and immediately profitable alternative until VV use becomes possible.