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EU Unveils Regulation Plan for Short-Term Rentals Amid Housing Crisis

12/17/2025

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The European Commission, led by Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, announced plans to regulate short-term rentals.
The plan aims to give local authorities tools to manage rentals without bans.
The Socialist group in the European Parliament hailed the plan; critics say it lacks decisive measures against real estate speculation.
Public and regional banks pledged €375 billion for social and affordable housing by 2029, while the EU has not committed a dedicated fund.

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The European Commission, led by Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, announced plans to regulate short-term rentals.
The plan aims to give local authorities tools to manage rentals without bans.
The Socialist group in the European Parliament hailed the plan; critics say it lacks decisive measures against real estate speculation.
Public and regional banks pledged €375 billion for social and affordable housing by 2029, while the EU has not committed a dedicated fund.