The association Spasimo male obiteljske iznajmljivače has filed an objection with the European Commission against proposed rental regulations in Croatia.
Key facts
- •The SMOi association filed an objection through the EU’s TRIS notification system.
- •Landlords in multi-apartment buildings face a 2029 deadline to secure neighbor and co-owner consent.
- •The proposed re-categorization process would impact more than 125,000 properties.
- •SMOi argues that the law favors institutional investors over small family landlords.
- •Association leaders have called on landlords to submit comments to the TRIS system.
The Croatian landlords' association Spasimo male obiteljske iznajmljivače (SMOi) has filed an official objection with the European Commission regarding the draft Hospitality Activity Act. The group argues that specific provisions of the proposed law conflict with EU regulations and has requested a review before the Croatian Parliament adopts the measure.
By the numbers
Contested Rental Requirements
The association specifically opposes a requirement for landlords in multi-apartment buildings to secure consent from two-thirds of co-owners and all immediate neighbors to continue renting. Under the proposal, a single neighbor could block a landlord's operations, even if other co-owners approve. Existing landlords would have until the end of 2029 to obtain these consents or risk losing their right to operate.
Categorization and Host Status Concerns
SMOi also objects to a mandate requiring accommodation re-categorization every decade, which they estimate would affect over 125,000 properties and 150,000 units at the landlords' expense. Additionally, the group criticizes the proposed 'host' status criteria, which would limit the designation based on a landlord's county of residence and exclude those in multi-apartment buildings.
Calls for Alternative Measures
The association argues that the government should focus on stricter enforcement of existing house rules and inspections rather than broad restrictions. SMOi president Vedran Tomić cited Portugal and Ireland as examples where similar regulations were altered during EU notification procedures. The group has suggested that public protests are becoming a likely response if their concerns remain unaddressed.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Total Croatia News.
