# Spanish municipal fiscal and budget planning > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-municipal-fiscal-and-budget-planning > Updated: 2026-09-28T18:49:11.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 2. Spanish municipalities are engaged in various fiscal planning and budget negotiations for the 2027 period. In Granada, the PSOE municipal group has criticized proposed fiscal ordinances, alleging that while the government offers 500,000 euros in tax relief, it simultaneously increases taxes for small businesses by one million euros. Spokesperson Raquel Ruz characterized the budget as a “fiscal deception.” Across other regions, approaches to 2027 budgets vary. Santander has announced a freeze on most municipal taxes and fees, except for a 3.6% update to water and sewage rates. In Tarragona, the PSC-led government proposes a tax freeze, though allies are seeking reductions in capital gains and IBI taxes. Sabadell plans a 2.5% increase in taxes and fees to support public services. In San Fernando, the government is moving toward approving a 122 million euro budget focused on infrastructure and sports facilities. Meanwhile, A Coruña faces budget uncertainty due to a lack of negotiation from the BNG, leading the mayor to seek dialogue with the People's Party. New developments in Barcelona show the City Council has approved an initial plan to significantly increase the municipal surcharge on cruise passengers staying less than 12 hours. This rate is intended to rise progressively, aiming to reach 30 euros per traveler by 2030 to mitigate the impact of mass tourism on urban services. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-28: Spanish municipalities debate tax freezes and new tourism fees Spanish municipalities are debating fiscal measures, including tax freezes in Santander and Tarragona, and a progressive increase in cruise passenger fees in Barcelona to manage tourism impacts. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santander-to-freeze-municipal-taxes-and-fees-in-2027 ### 2026-09-18: Granada PSOE claims 2027 tax ordinances will increase costs by 500,000 euros The PSOE in Granada claims the 2027 fiscal ordinances will result in a net tax increase of over 500,000 euros for citizens and small businesses. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/granada-psoe-claims-2027-tax-ordinances-will-increase-costs-by-500000-euros --- Cite as: Spanish municipal fiscal and budget planning. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-municipal-fiscal-and-budget-planning