Fresh STR rules come into effect in Philadelphia
US: Fresh short-term rental regulations came into effect in Philadelphia, the sixth largest city in the United States and located in the western state of Pennsylvania, on 1 January.
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Ireland mulls further restrictions on short-term rentals
Ireland: The Irish government is considering whether to further restrict the short-term letting of houses and apartments.
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EU considers pan-European rental regulations
Belgium: The EU is consulting on regulating the short-term rental market across the bloc, with the option of a single
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Edinburgh launches short-let control area consultation
UK: Edinburgh Council has launched a public consultation on plans to turn the city into a short-term let control area.
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Airbnb “black box” team pays guests and hosts millions after incidents in rental properties
US: Reports have revealed that Airbnb has been spending approximately $50 million a year to keep serious incidents in its
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Amsterdam to appeal against ruling on Airbnb listings
Netherlands: The Dutch capital city of Amsterdam has announced that it will appeal against a recent court ruling to end
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Short-term rental bill passes Australian Parliament
Australia: The Owners Corporation and Other Acts Amendment Bill 2020 has passed through the Upper House of Victorian Parliament, ensuring
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Paris rules to restrict short-term rental operations
France: Authorities in Paris have won a final court challenge in an effort to restrict the use of properties in
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Santa Fe passes new short-term rental restrictions
US: The city of Santa Fe, in New Mexico, has approved new restrictions for short-term rental owners in an effort
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Christchurch considering short-term rental legislation
New Zealand: Christchurch city council in New Zealand is considering implementing a variety of new restrictions on short-term rentals. Proposed
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