Catalunya is by far, the autonomous community most affected by okupas (squatters). According to the Ministry of the Interior, the number of illegal occupations reported in the city of Barcelona increased to 3,611 during the first six months of 2020.
It’s a hot topic, and there is a LOT of misinformation out there. But the fact is, most illegally occupied houses either belong to banks, are new construction or are empty houses. It’s unusual to find a case in which squatters take over someone’s habitual residence.
But what if it DOES happen to you? Discovering that your property has been taken over by squatters can be extremely frustrating and stressful. There are a lot of rumors flying around about just what your rights are, and what rights the squatter has.
We talked with attorney Helen Vera to clear up some commonly held misconceptions and find out what you can and can't do to get rid of squatters.
If you have questions that you would like answered or are looking for professional advice you can contact Klev&Vera at (+34) 93 17 60 190.
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What to Do If You Have an "Okupa" in Your House | Barcelona Metropolitan
17 окт 2024
