VOICED : Time to check out? France clamps down on holiday rentals

The video discusses the clampdown on holiday rentals in Paris, focusing on unauthorized Airbnb listings. Authorities are using various methods to identify these rentals, which are affecting the property market by inflating prices and leaving apartments empty. Regulations require landlords to seek authorization for short-term rentals. The City of Paris aims to maintain its residential character by protecting housing for locals. Paris plans to collaborate with cities like New York and Barcelona to address these issues.

What is the primary tool used by authorities in Paris to identify unauthorized holiday rentals?

• iPads

• Drones

• CCTV Cameras

• Smartphones

For how long can primary residences in Paris be rented out on a short-term basis?

• Six months

• Two months

• Eight months

• Four months

What must landlords of uninhabited and furnished residences in Paris obtain to legally rent out their properties?

• A permit from the police

• Authorization from the local mayor's office

• A certificate from a real estate agency

• Approval from the neighborhood association

What is one of the main reasons for the clampdown on holiday rentals in Paris?

• To increase tourism

• To prevent overinflation of property prices

• To promote luxury housing

• To encourage foreign investment

Which cities are mentioned as partners with Paris in the crackdown on illegal holiday rentals?

• New York and Barcelona

• Rome and Madrid

• London and Berlin

• Tokyo and Sydney