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Brussels Chooses the Side of Cities in the Fight Against Housing Shortage
Short-term rentals are considered a service within the European Union. European cities seeking to reduce tourist rentals have faced challenges with the existing regulations. Now, Brussels is taking action to address these difficulties. The move aims to support cities in their efforts to combat housing shortages by potentially adjusting or clarifying rules around short-term tourist accommodations. The article highlights the ongoing struggle between local governments and EU regulations, with Brussels signaling a shift in favor of urban authorities as of 2026-09-11.
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