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20 May 2026

Housing Package What Changes?

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Portugal has introduced a comprehensive package of measures through Decree-Law No. 97/2026 aimed at addressing housing accessibility challenges. The new legislation combines tax incentives and regulatory reforms targeting construction, renovation, property sales, and residential lettings to expand housing supply and improve affordability for buyers and renters.
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Find out more about the package of measures designed to improve access to housing in Portugal.

Decree-Law No. 97/2026 of 20 May introduces a package of measures aimed at increasing the supply of housing and improving access to it through a set of tax and regulatory rules applicable to the construction, renovation, sale and rental of properties.

Key measures include incentives for residential lettings, benefits for buyers of affordable housing and a reduced VAT rate for construction and renovation projects.

Read the guide prepared by our experts to find out more about the measures implemented.

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