CIN and Database, fire extinguishers and detectors: the important innovations in the Short-Term Rental sector introduced by the Advance Decree
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The announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Official Journal of 3 September, the date of entry into force of the innovations to the short-term rental sector provided for by the so-called “Advances Decree” (Legislative Decree no. 145 of 18 December 2023): 2 November 2024.
To ensure a more effective transition and support businesses in the transition to the new provisions, The Ministry of Tourism has granted two extensions for short-term rentals without CIN, with a final postponement to January 1, 2025. This shift allows for greater uniformity in the adoption of the new regulatory system and facilitates integration with European regulations.
Instead, stay the deadline for the obligation to install detectors and fire extinguishers remains unchanged.
Legislative Decree no. 145/2023, containing “urgent measures in economic and fiscal matters, in favor of local authorities, to protect jobs and for urgent needs”, introduced with article 13-ter, the obligation of the National Identification Code for short-term rentals, defined as leases that do not exceed 30 days.
In this article, we will analyze together these innovative aspects.
Among the other novelties of the Advance Decree there is also the introduction of the 26% flat rate tax for those who manage more than one property e stricter safety standards for short-term rental properties.
La regulation of rentals for tourist purposes is constantly evolving and the introduction of CIN (National Identification Code) and of the Database of Accommodation Facilities (BDSR) represents a significant step towards greater transparency and regulation of the sector.
These tools not only facilitate the monitoring and management of accommodation facilities, but also provide owners and operators with a clear framework for operating in compliance with regulations, improving the quality of services offered and contributing to a more equitable distribution of opportunities in the tourism market.
CIN Requirement for Short Term Rentals
The decree establishes that real estate units used for tourist rentals, those intended for short-term rentals according to article 4 of Legislative Decree 24 April 2017 n. 50, and tourist-accommodation, hotel and non-hotel facilities, identified by regional tourism regulations, must be equipped with a National Identification Code (CIN).
Until 2024 there was no real national code, but several regional identifiers.
The advance decree satisfies the need felt by many for a classification at the Italian level.
The CIN, therefore, aims to combat irregular forms of hospitality and to ensure the protection of competition and market transparency.
Il Code is assigned to all tourist rentals: short-term rentals, hotel and non-hotel tourist-receptive facilities.
The introduction of the CIN has several implications, let's see together what the main ones are.
- It aims to provide a greater traceability and control over tourist rentals, enabling the competent authorities to monitor and regulate this sector more effectively.
- Offers more Transparency for owners, tenants and tax authorities regarding short-term rentals and the income derived from them.
- Requires owners to obtain a unique code for each real estate unit subject to regulation.
This may involve additional procedures for the owners, but at the same time it provides a higher level of safety and reliability for tenants and authorities.
How to obtain the CIN Short-Term Rentals
The National Identification Code is assigned after activating an automated procedure by the Ministry of Tourism.
The request must be made by the lessor and must contain the cadastral data of the property.
Among the requirements to obtain the National Identification Code (CIN) for properties used for short-term rental are:
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- Installation of combustible gas and carbon monoxide detection devices
- presence of fire extinguishers compliant with the law positioned in easily accessible and visible places.
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Fire Extinguishers and Detectors: How to Comply with New Safety Standards
The safety of properties intended for short-term rentals has also been the subject of the Advance Decree, imposing new obligations for tourist rentals of houses and properties.
Among the provisions that have aroused the greatest interest is Article No. 13-ter, paragraph 7, which establishes new requirements which must be respected by the real estate units intended for tourist rental.
The properties must be equipped with the standard installations prescribed by current state and regional legislation.
Furthermore, they must be equipped with devices for the detection of combustible gases and carbon monoxide, thus ensuring a safe environment for guests.
A central aspect of this provision is the obligation to have portable fire extinguishers according to law.
The same must be positioned in an accessible and visible manner, primarily near the accesses and areas of greatest risk. Find here is our article dedicated to fire extinguishers and detectors and CleanBnB's tips.
Fire extinguishers required for short-term rentals: how to comply with the regulations
The regulation therefore requires an adequate number of fire extinguishers based on the size of the property: one for every 200 square meters of floor space, or fraction thereof, with a minimum of one extinguisher per floor.
It is essential that fire extinguishers comply with the technical specifications established by the legislation and which are subjected to ordinary and extraordinary maintenance as indicated by the UNI 9994:2013 standard.
The owners and Operators must ensure not only that the systems comply with the law, but also that adequate safety measures are adopted, including the installation and maintenance of fire extinguishers.
Compliance with these provisions also becomes essential for the reputation and competitiveness of short-term rentals.
It should not be overlooked that Guests today pay more and more attention to the quality of the accommodations they stay in and security and privacy aspects are among the “skills” that have contributed most to increasing the popularity of short-term rentals.
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BDSR: the experimental phase of the Database of Accommodation Facilities
An experimental phase of the BDSR was launched in June 2024. (Reception Facilities Database) which provides for a gradual opening of the service to the Regions and Autonomous Provinces.
At this stage of the BDSR, the service may not be active for your Region or Autonomous Province.
If the service is working, but you cannot access it, you can open a report; if it is not yet active, you will have to wait for the Ministry of Tourism website to announce the activation.
You will then need to connect to the BDSR again to request the CIN.
In this sentence, although it is possible to request a provisional CIN, it is not yet mandatory to obtain and display the CIN, nor are sanctions applicable. However, all structures on Italian territory are required to complete this requirement by January 2025 (as per extension of 30 September 2024).
in more implementation, the owners of accommodation facilities and the lessors of real estate units for tourist purposes or of properties for short-term rental are required to comply with the regional regulations currently in force and, therefore, to continue to use the regional or provincial code, where applicable, as well as, in the case of new facilities or new rental activities, to request its assignment to the competent territorial body.
CIN Short Term Rentals Exhibition
As regards the CIN display, it will have to be visible from outside the building where the apartment or structure intended for tourist or short-term rentals is located, respecting urban planning and landscape regulations.
The code must also be included in every announcement published and communicated.
Real estate agents and online portal managers will be required to indicate the CIN in their advertisements.
The obligation to possess and display the CIN will be generalized and there will be no exceptions.
Therefore, those who are subject to the obligation to possess and display the regional/provincial code, will also have to request the CIN and will be required to display both codes.
In fact, the provisions relating to the identification codes provided for by the regulations of the Regions, Autonomous Provinces and Municipalities remain, in any case, valid.
CIN Short Term Rentals: Reactions and Future Prospects
Reactions to the introduction of the CIN have been mixed.
Some have welcomed the rule as a positive step towards greater regulation and transparency in the short-term rental sector, while others fear it could lead to increased red tape and burden for landlords.
CleanBnB will monitor the activation of all new procedures that contribute to the development of short-term rentals, always keeping the owners updated not only to avoid sanctions, but also to make the most of the opportunities offered by ever-evolving regulations.
This enables owners to manage their properties more efficiently and profitably, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and optimizing the profitability of their properties.
