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Shinjuku to Ban Short-Term Rentals in Residential and School Areas

Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward, which has more than 3,900 short-term rental facilities, the highest number of any municipality in Japan, plans to generally prohibit new properties in residential areas and around schools as complaints over noise, trespassing and other problems continue to increase. (News On Japan)

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The EU wants to crack down on short-term rentals to make housing more affordable

The future European law on affordable housing plans to give local authorities a legal basis for limiting apartments intended for tourists.

  • EU considering stricter short-term rental regulations to boost affordable housing.
  • Commissioner Dan Jørgensen says rentals can worsen housing shortages in big cities.
  • Legislation aims to empower local authorities without legal risks.

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