What happened on 2 October
Spain’s Congress of Deputies rejected both housing decree-laws approved by the Government earlier this week. According to the official parliamentary statement, RDL 26/2026 received 172 votes for and 178 against; RDL 27/2026 received 166 for and 184 against. This is national news, not a new law from the Canary Islands Government.
What the decrees covered
RDL 26/2026 combined tenant protection, the suspension of certain evictions affecting vulnerable people without alternative accommodation, and support for affordable housing. RDL 27/2026 changed the rules on the continuation of main-home rental contracts. Both were rejected. Initial approval by the Government and the later decision by Congress are separate steps.
If you rent in the Canary Islands
The outcome matters to renters in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and across the islands. It does not mean all existing tenant rights disappear. Nor does the vote alone tell you whether your lease will be extended or which notice period applies: that requires checking your contract and the relevant rules. Before acting on a headline, consult the current official text or seek advice about your circumstances.
Source and community
We checked this summary on 2 October 2026 against the parliamentary statement linked below. It is not individual legal advice. QEDA also shares useful information about life in the city. If you would like to meet people in Las Palmas, registration is open and QEDA is free forever.