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Cities across Europe unite to demand tougher rules for Airbnb rentals
An alliance of 22 cities from across Europe urged the EU on Thursday to enact tougher rules on Airbnb and other short-term holiday rental platforms, accusing them of driving up property prices and squeezing out locals.
Berlin to drop Airbnb 'ban' on renting out main homes
Authorities in the German capital Berlin decided to soften one of Europe's strictest regimes for short-term rental firms such as Airbnb, allowing private individuals to rent out their main home without time limitations.
Frankfurt agrees on tight rules for letting out flats through Airbnb
The chief and finance committee in Frankfurt voted by a large majority in favour of AirBnb guidelines on Thursday which regulate the conditions under which landlords can rent their apartments out to tourists in the financial hub.
Court rules small victory against Berlin Airbnb ban
A court just issued a small blow to the capital city's ban on Airbnb-style holiday flat rentals.
Berlin court shoots down challenge against Airbnb ban
A Berlin court on Wednesday rejected a challenge brought by four individuals against the German capital's authorities over their ban on private holiday rentals, according to broadcaster RBB.
Hundreds of hosts ignore Berlin’s Airbnb ban
People who rent out whole apartments online are threatened with huge fines under a new rule in the German capital. But that isn’t stopping many landlords from continuing to cash in.
Berlin cracks down on Airbnb rentals to cool market
Berlin has begun restricting private property rentals through Airbnb and similar online platforms, threatening hefty fines in a controversial move meant to keep housing affordable for locals.
Tourist sues Airbnb after finding hidden camera in flat
A “humiliated and angry” German tourist is suing Airbnb after a hidden camera secretly filmed her over several days at a rented apartment.
Eviction doesn't scare Berlin Airbnb hosts
Airbnb users in Berlin told The Local that they wouldn't be put off the service, despite a court deciding that landlords could evict tenants who use it to sublet their apartments.