Administrative Law Jurisdiction
(litigation against public authorities)
Administrative decisions can have a strong impact on the lives of private individuals and businesses.
Fines, sanctions, denied licences or expropriations are situations in which recourse may be taken to administrative‑law jurisdiction.
In Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, the team at Feliu Bellapart Abogados represents clients before the administrative‑law courts and tribunals of Palma de Mallorca, as well as the High Court of Justice of the Balearic Islands (TSJIB), defending their rights against actions taken by town councils, the Consell de Mallorca, the Balearic regional government and other public authorities.
Defence against the administration in Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera
Our firm analyses the legality of each administrative act and designs the best strategy for challenging it.
We seek, whenever possible, to resolve conflicts through prior administrative channels, although we also have solid experience in judicial defence.
Main areas of practice in administrative‑law proceedings
- Appeals against the refusal of building or activity licences.
- Challenging demolition orders and urban‑planning sanctions.
- Advice on urban‑planning instruments and development regulations.
- Fines in the fields of urban planning, tourism and the environment.
- Sanctioning proceedings brought by the Balearic regional government or local councils.
- Defence in cases related to tourist rentals.
- Challenges to awards and tenders.
- Breach‑of‑contract cases involving the public administration.
- Claims arising from public‑sector contracts.
- Claims for damages caused by administrative actions.
- Compensation for accidents in public spaces, medical negligence or malfunctioning public services.
International perspective in administrative litigation in Mallorca
Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera host a large number of foreign investors and residents who are also affected by administrative decisions (denied licences, tourism‑related sanctions, expropriations).
In our firm we offer multilingual support (Spanish, Catalan, English, German, French and Swedish) and accompany clients throughout the process to ensure the most comprehensive defence.
At Feliu Bellapart Abogados we act firmly and precisely in litigation against public authorities.
We provide robust, results‑oriented representation.
Frequently asked questions about administrative‑law jurisdiction in Mallorca
It depends on the type of procedure, but in many cases the deadline is one month from notification.
In most cases yes, although there are exceptions.
Our team analyses each situation to choose the quickest and most effective route.
Administrative silence may have positive or negative effects, depending on the applicable regulations.
It is essential to obtain legal advice in order to act within the correct time limit.
A non‑resident who owns a home in Spain must file an annual return under Non‑Resident Income Tax (IRNR). In the event of a sale, they must pay tax on the capital gain.
A homeowners’ association resolution may be challenged, debts owed by defaulting neighbours may be claimed, or disputes related to works or refurbishments in the building may be mediated. If no agreement is reached, mediation and negotiation or litigation and judicial proceedings may be pursued.
Other jurisdictions
Representation in criminal proceedings, including economic, property and corporate‑offence cases.