2023-09-08 15:47:36
In New York (United States), the municipal team this week introduced much stricter rules regarding short-term rentals of furnished apartments on Airbnb-type platforms. Since the implementation of the new measures, it is, for example, only possible for an owner to rent a room in their home if they are also present there. Furthermore, there cannot be more than two tenants and their rooms must remain accessible.
Thousands of dollars in fines
Tens of thousands of apartments are affected. A registration of the accommodation must be carried out by the lessor with the City of New York and a tax of 145 dollars, or approximately 135 euros, must be paid every two years. It is also prohibited by the municipality to rent for a period of less than 30 days. Violators face a fine of up to $7,500 (nearly 7,000 euros).
However, the permits granted by the municipal administration after registration have so far only been issued to 10% of applicants. New York thus intends to bring housing back into the traditional real estate market in a city where apartments have become particularly rare and expensive. However, the recent measures have gone down badly with Airbnb.
“New York City is sending a very clear message to millions of potential visitors who will have fewer choices: ‘You are not welcome,’” said Theo Yedinski, director of global strategy for the retail giant. rental between individuals. Owners, for their part, have denounced the dangers that the regulations represent for their ability to repay their property loans.
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