The is preparing the Affordable Housing Act to regulate short-term rental platforms like . EU Commission Vice-President will present the draft on September 9, 2026, to standardize rules across all member states in Europe.
The law defines housing market tightness by comparing real estate prices to income. Authorities must consider population growth and supply when justifying restrictions. Proposed measures include rental caps and grandfathering clauses to ensure fairness.
While cities like Paris and Barcelona have local rules, this EU-wide framework requires restrictions to be proportionate. The lobby group CCIA warned against excessive limits, as the draft now moves to the European Parliament for further deliberation.