Government passes law to unblock almost half million ‘frozen homes’

The Portuguese government has officially approved a new decree-law aimed at addressing the issue of approximately half a million idle residential properties across the country. The legislation establishes a regulatory framework designed to bring these vacant homes back into the housing market.

According to official reports, nearly half of these identified properties are currently in a condition ready for immediate occupancy. This legislative move is intended to resolve long-standing housing stagnation and increase the available supply of homes for the public.