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Medellín short-term rental regulation

Overview

Medellín authorities are increasing oversight of short-term rental properties to manage housing concerns and ensure regulatory compliance. Between 2024 and early 2026, the district conducted 408 inspections, leading to the temporary suspension of 105 tourist accommodations for failing to meet standards.

Mayor Federico Gutiérrez has stated that his priority is to protect traditional residential housing and prevent the displacement of local inhabitants, noting that commercial activity must not supersede the quality of life for citizens. The Secretary of Tourism and Entertainment, Ana María López, clarified that the administration does not intend to ban tourist housing but aims to ensure all providers comply with the law. This regulatory push follows a significant increase in registered tourist accommodations, which grew from 521 in 2019 to 8,322 by 2026.

Entities

Medellín · Secretaría de Turismo y Entretenimiento de Medellín · Federico Gutiérrez · Alcaldía de Medellín · ANEP

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Medellín intensifies regulation and inspections of short-term rentals

    Medellín has suspended 105 short-term rental properties following inspections, as Mayor Federico Gutiérrez defends new regulations aimed at protecting local housing and ensuring operator compliance.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Medellín strengthens child protection against sexual exploitation

    Medellín has strengthened child protection measures in 2026, reaching over 11,000 minors with training to prevent sexual exploitation, sextortion, and human trafficking.

Sources

anep.edu.uy · elespectador.com · latercera.com · minuto30.com · politika.com.co · sinergiainformativa.com.co