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Germany Proposes New Short-Term Rental Regulations Amid Controversy

2/12/2026

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Justice Minister Stephanie Hubig of Germany proposed new regulations to curb short-term rentals, including a six-month limit on leases and a requirement for landlords to disclose furnishing surcharges.
Critics, including German Property Owners' Association, say the measures could harm the rental market and add bureaucracy.
German Tenants' Association supports the proposals as essential for tenant protection.
Experts warn that these steps alone will not resolve Germany's deeper housing affordability issues.

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Justice Minister Stephanie Hubig of Germany proposed new regulations to curb short-term rentals, including a six-month limit on leases and a requirement for landlords to disclose furnishing surcharges.
Critics, including German Property Owners' Association, say the measures could harm the rental market and add bureaucracy.
German Tenants' Association supports the proposals as essential for tenant protection.
Experts warn that these steps alone will not resolve Germany's deeper housing affordability issues.