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EU Tightens Rules on Short-Term Rentals Using “Housing Stress” Criterion

A draft Affordable Housing Act regulation would allow restrictions on short-term rentals in some areas, including possible license bans by municipalities.

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What is happening

The draft introduces “housing stress” as a criterion for limiting short-term rentals. In certain cases, municipalities could block licenses. Aigab said the measure could put millions of beds in Italy at risk.

Why is it on the Radar?

The proposal could affect the availability of short-term rental accommodation and the rules applied by municipalities in areas identified as experiencing housing stress.

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