Spanish voters support housing protections rejected by Congress

A recent survey by Ateneo del Dato reveals significant public support for housing protections that were recently rejected in the Spanish Congress. Approximately 70% of respondents support shielding vulnerable individuals without alternative housing from evictions. Furthermore, 75% of the total surveyed population supports a measure to prohibit large funds from purchasing housing for speculation purposes until 2028.

While support is highest among left-leaning voters (85% for PSOE and 86% for Sumar), there is notable cross-party consensus. Over 60% of PP voters and 57% of Vox voters support the ban on speculative purchases by large funds. The rejection of these decrees by representatives from the PP, Vox, and Junts parties has drawn criticism, particularly regarding the potential impact on vulnerable populations in regions like Castellón.

The discrepancy between voter preferences and legislative outcomes is noted as a potential regulatory risk for listed real estate companies and social housing funds (socimis).