Short term rentals

The decree-law of October 18, 2023, no. 145, converted with amendments by Law No. 191 of December 15, 2023, also known as the 'Short-term rental decree,' regulates rentals for tourist purposes, short-term rentals, and tourist accommodation activities by introducing the national identification code, the national database, but above all, provisions on safety, including the obligation to install devices for detecting combustible gases, carbon monoxide, and fire extinguishers.

The safety requirements apply to properties where the lease contract involves providing the property without additional services, except for those strictly related to the use of the property (e.g., linen supply, cleaning, etc.).

'Short-term rental' refers to those properties used for short-term lease agreements or leases for tourist purposes not exceeding 30 days, managed either as a business or otherwise, even in cases where the activity was initiated before the actual application of Art. 13-ter of D.L. no. 145/2023.

Yes. Even single portions of properties, if rented out under short-term or tourist lease agreements, must meet the safety requirements.

Yes, the law has been in force since January 1, 2024.

The lessor is required to install a gas detection device based on the type of system (methane or LPG), one for carbon monoxide, and a fire extinguisher.

The devices must be fully functional and emit an optical and acoustic signal in case of dangerous gas detection.

No, the Ministry has not imposed any conditions on this. Apart from the CE mark (required for product sales), the manufacturer can choose to make the detector compliant with one standard or another.

No, currently such a product is not mandatory. For safety reasons, however, if possible, it would be advisable to install it to stop the gas supply in case of an alarm.

No, landlords of properties without gas installations and where the risk of uncontrolled releases of combustible gases or carbon monoxide formation is excluded are exempt from the obligation to install gas and carbon monoxide detection devices.

Yes, methane and LPG detectors have a lifespan of 5 years (for models with a replaceable cartridge, the period is renewed upon replacement), while carbon monoxide detectors have a lifespan of 6 years.

The LPG detector must be placed no more than 30cm from the floor, while methane and carbon monoxide detectors should be placed no more than 30cm from the ceiling. All three should be positioned between 1 and 3 meters from the combustion source. If no sources are present, the carbon monoxide detector should be placed at human height. This should be adjusted to the type of accommodation.

The detectors must be installed in such a way that the power supply cannot be easily interrupted, and they should be stably connected to the electrical network. Ideally, if possible, the cables should be embedded.

The Ministry does not impose conditions on this. For carbon monoxide models, there is a choice between a battery-powered detector and a 230v-powered version. Methane and LPG devices are only available in the electrically powered version.

Absolutely not. Detectors must be installed by qualified personnel who know the installation standards, can assess the accommodation, and determine the appropriate location and height for the device, ensuring proper installation.

Yes. The regulation applies to individual properties, regardless of the context in which they are located.

Each apartment intended for short-term or tourist rental must be equipped with its own safety devices: carbon monoxide and combustible gas detectors and fire extinguishers.

From this perspective, the Ministry states that safety systems must be built and maintained in efficiency according to the technical standards issued by national or international standardization bodies and the instructions provided by the manufacturer and installer. In our case, the devices have a useful life to be respected, after which the sensor or device must be replaced. The detectors also feature a 'self-check' software to signal any anomaly with a yellow FAULT LED. It is important to periodically check the components' status using the test button on each device, which signals alarms optically and acoustically. If an electrovalve is present, it is advisable to also check it periodically.