Costa Rica Frente Amplio Proposes Regulation and 10% Tax on Short-Term Rentals

Costa Rica's Frente Amplio party, led by José María Villalta, introduced legislation to allow municipalities to restrict short-term tourist rentals and impose a 10% tax on platforms like Airbnb. The proposal marks a policy shift toward regulating the sharing economy, potentially affecting tourism and local housing markets. Its passage is uncertain given the legislative balance.

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