Poland moves to allow local communities to ban short-term rentals
The growth of such accommodation has prompted a backlash in Poland.
Poland's government has approved legislation allowing local communities to ban short-term rentals, such as Airbnb and Booking.com. This legislation aims to address issues of disruption, reduced housing availability, and rising property prices caused by these services. While the measures face opposition within the ruling coalition and must be approved by parliament and President Karol Nawrocki, they are similar to restrictions implemented in other European cities like Barcelona, Paris, and London.
The new rules would empower homeowner associations and housing cooperatives to prohibit short-term rentals, with a six-month period for operators to cease operations after a majority vote. Municipal councils could also restrict short-term rentals in specific areas. The implementation of these measures in Poland would likely align the country with many European cities that have introduced similar regulations.
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