French ELAN Regulation: What Hosts Need to Know

The ELAN regulation (Évolution du Logement, de l'Aménagement et du Numérique) is France's key framework for short-term rental hosts. Understanding these rules helps you operate legally and confidently. This guide covers the essentials in under 2 minutes.

What is the ELAN Regulation?

ELAN sets out how holiday rental hosts must operate under French laws on housing, development, and digital platforms. If you rent out a property in France, knowing these rules ensures you stay compliant and avoid legal issues.

Key Requirements for Hosts

Property Registration

All hosts must register their property with local authorities. Registration promotes transparency and ensures compliance with local housing laws. Contact your local mairie (town hall) to obtain the required forms and guidance.

Maximum Rental Days

The national limit depends on your property type:

• Primary residence: Maximum 120 days per year. Some municipalities impose stricter limits (for example, 90 days).
• Secondary residence: No national limit, but you may need prior authorization from your municipality, especially in large cities.

Track your rental days carefully to stay within these limits.

Guest Declaration

You must declare the number of guests staying at your property to local authorities. This requirement supports tax compliance and local record-keeping.

How to Register Your Property

1. Contact your local municipality: Visit your mairie to gather required forms and information about local requirements.
2. Complete the registration form: Fill out all forms with details about your property, including address, size, and rental capacity.
3. Obtain your registration number: Once processed, you will receive a registration number. Add this to the "General Information" section of your Holidu Host Account for full compliance documentation.

Meublé de Tourisme Classification

This optional classification gives your property legal recognition and builds guest trust.

Benefits

• Better market visibility for your listing
• Possible reductions on local taxes
• Recognition of quality and amenities standards

How to Apply

Contact an accredited assessment organization in your region. Your property will be evaluated on comfort, amenities, and service, then placed in a category from 1 to 5 stars.

Stay Compliant: Essential Tips

• Keep detailed records: Log all rental days to ensure you stay within the 120-day maximum (or your municipality's limit).
• Monitor regulatory changes: Regulations evolve, so check official sources and stay in touch with your local authorities regularly.
• Use your Holidu account: Track bookings and receive reminders about compliance deadlines to stay organized.
• Maintain guest documentation: Keep accurate records of guest numbers for declaration purposes.

Holidu's Role in Your Compliance

Holidu is required to keep you informed about your obligations and support compliance with legal requirements. Your Holidu Host Account serves as a central hub to track bookings, manage your registration number, and receive timely reminders about upcoming compliance deadlines.

Questions About ELAN?

For the most current guidance on ELAN regulations specific to your municipality, contact your local mairie directly. They can provide detailed information about registration procedures, local rental limits, and any additional requirements that may apply to your property.