Mayors to Gain Authority Under New Affordable Housing Bill to Address Holiday‑Let Issue

The Affordable Housing Act, as reported by Socialists and Democrats, provides mayors with new powers to confront the short‑term rental crisis. By extending authority to local leaders, the legislation aims to give municipalities a tool to manage the growing number of properties being used for holiday lets. While the exact mechanisms are still being defined, the act signals a shift towards more localised control over how residential housing is allocated. Observers will be watching how individual mayors apply these powers and what impact this may have on the broader housing market.