A recent ruling by a Spanish court in Galicia on banning pets in properties has implications for pet owners who are planning to move to Spain.
The case concerned an apartment owner who failed in their challenge of a pet ban in their building. The ruling that upheld the ban establishes that, in shared buildings, community bylaws take priority.
Most apartments in shared buildings in Spain are part of a community of owners that will have their own rules or by-laws that affect matters such as noise, shared spaces and pets. If a pet ban is part of these rules, the court case confirms that this restriction is valid and legally enforceable.
For those planning to move to Spain with their pets, it is important to be aware that property rights are not unlimited when owning a flat in a shared building. Before purchasing property, movers should ask to see a copy of the ‘estatutos de la comunidad’ and check whether it contains any restrictions on animals.
The good news for pet owners is that many apartment developments are relaxed about pets living there, particularly in large cities like Madrid and Barcelona. Dogs are a common sight in Spanish public parks, and there are many pet-friendly cafes and bars.
If you are planning a move to Spain, with or without pets, talk to us at Merseyside Movers & Storers. We are a Liverpool removal company with a team experienced in successfully moving clients from the UK to Europe.
