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Italian Rent Law Reform 2026: Stricter rules for landlords

Italy is planning a comprehensive rent law reform for 2026, aiming to strengthen tenant protection. Key changes include limiting furniture surcharges, capping index-linked rents, restricting short-term rental models, and increasing landlord obligations. This reform seeks to close loopholes in rent control and ensure more affordable housing.

Record

  • Jurisdiction Italy
  • Category Housing and Real-Estate Regulation
  • Legal stage government_proposal
  • Binding status draft_legal_text
  • Effective date 2026-01-01
  • Source KPMG Law