Politics
Paris Council Caps Short-Term Rentals in Le Marais, Shifting Housing Availability for Residents
The new limit takes effect in January 2027 and is projected to free up dozens of units for long-term local tenants each year.
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The Paris City Council approved an ordinance on 8 July that limits short-term rental registrations in the Le Marais to 60 days per calendar year for each property.
The measure applies to the portions of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements that make up Le Marais and follows similar steps already taken in other central Paris districts. Council documents tie the change to the city’s ongoing effort to increase the stock of year-round housing amid steady population growth in the historic core.
Under the rule, platforms must verify annual usage before renewing listings. Properties that exceed the cap lose registration and face fines starting at 5,000 euros. Local advocates note the change targets apartments that currently operate near full occupancy during peak tourist months.
Impacts on residents and daily services
Residents who rely on neighbourhood shops along Rue des Rosiers and Rue de Turenne may see fewer delivery vans during morning hours once more units convert to permanent leases. The ordinance also requires owners to maintain separate entrances for any remaining short-term guests, a step intended to reduce noise complaints reported to the local mairie.
Budget papers released with the vote allocate 850,000 euros from the 2026 municipal housing fund to cover additional inspections and an online compliance portal. City records show Le Marais contained roughly 1,200 active short-term listings at the end of 2025, according to the housing department’s annual count.
Policy analysts at the Paris urban observatory say the 60-day threshold aligns with national guidelines issued in 2024. They add that enforcement will begin with a six-month grace period during which owners can adjust calendars without penalty.
Timeline for rollout
Registration renewals open on 1 October. The government says the policy will be reviewed after 18 months using occupancy data submitted by platforms. Community groups have been invited to submit comments through the mairie’s online portal until 15 September.