A legal report commissioned by affected neighbors argues that the new fiscal ordinance violates the principle of legal certainty. They claim that the Spanish Constitution prohibits the retroactive application of measures that harm citizens' established rights, especially for investments made before 2025.
Conversely, the local government maintains that the law is valid and applicable since January 1st. Officials argue that the measure prevents taxpayers from receiving subsidies that exceed the actual cost of the solar equipment, which would be illegal under the General Subsidy Law.
There are solid arguments to maintain that the cap cannot be applied to bonuses already recognized.
The Reus administration points to a 1983 Constitutional Court ruling as a precedent for reducing tax benefits. While the legal debate continues, residents are advised to comply with formal information requests to avoid further administrative complications.
