EU Proposes Harmonized Rules to Curb Short-Term Rentals Amid Housing Crisis

The European Commission proposed new rules to harmonize short-term rental regulations across the EU, targeting platforms like Airbnb to address housing shortages in tourist hotspots. This follows fragmented local measures in Paris, Barcelona, and Venice that faced legal challenges. The proposal signals a coordinated EU-level policy shift, but its final scope and impact remain uncertain pending legislative approval.