Deya town hall has suspended building licences for a year while it drafts new rules.
The suspension affects new buildings, extensions, new swimming pools and pool renovations, but other works will be allowed.
Public works, construction in public spaces, interior redevelopment in existing buildings, the rehabilitation of buildings and protected elements and the installation of renewable energy sources can still go ahead, as can work to cisterns, laundries and any type of water tank, except swimming pools.
Works related to facilities or constructions that are essential to implement circularity plans or environmental measures reflected in the Tourism Law, dry-stone work, and demolitions for the reestablishment of urban legality are also exempt.
The town hall is drawing up new regulations that will preserve the rustic charm of Deya and prevent new urban constructions.