The regulatory framework of short-term rentals in Italy: national and regional laws
The legislation on short-term rentals in Italy is divided into three levels - national, regional and municipal - and has become increasingly complex in recent years. Understanding what is mandatory, what is optional and what varies from region to region is essential to operate correctly and avoid sanctions that can be very heavy.
The national regulatory framework
At national level, the principal reference law is Decree-Law no. 50/2017 (converted into Law 96/2017), which introduced the tax rules for short-term rentals (the flat-rate tax regime) and the obligations for OTA platforms to apply withholding tax. Subsequently, the 2023 Anticipi Decree introduced the National Identification Code (CIN), mandatory from 2024 for all properties used for short-term rentals: it must be displayed physically at the accommodation and included in online listings.
Mandatory obligations for all owners
Regardless of the region, anyone managing short-term rentals must: obtain the CIN (National Identification Code) through the Ministry of Tourism's BDSR platform; report guest stays to the Questura (Police Headquarters) through the Alloggiati Web Portal within 24 hours of arrival; apply and pay the flat-rate tax on rental income; collect and remit the tourist tax to the Municipality (where applicable); and comply with the system-safety rules required for accommodation facilities.
Regional and municipal differences
Some regions have introduced additional regulations: Tuscany has the Regional Code, Lazio has the CIR, Campania and Sicily have their own registers. Some cities such as Milan, Venice and Florence have introduced further limitations (maximum number of nights, areas subject to restrictions, specific contributions). Keeping up to date on these regulations is a full-time job that a professional property manager does on your behalf.
Mandatory obligations for short-term renters: the complete checklist
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