Building Rights in Heritage Zones | Andorra News

Andorra News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

In Andorra, a bold new proposal seeks to balance heritage protection with property rights: owners stuck in heritage zones who can’t build might trade those restrictions to another plot where construction is allowed. Spearheaded by Susanna Vela, this isn’t just about giving up land—it’s about fair compensation through flexible development rights. She argues heritage zones don’t equal confiscation, but regulation, and warns current laws leave owners vulnerable. With a draft zone near Sant Joan de Caselles still open for feedback, Vela pushes for stronger safeguards and cultural…