French Lawmakers Propose Delay on Energy-Inefficient Rental Ban

A new bill seeks to suspend the rental ban on energy-inefficient properties in co-owned buildings under certain conditions.

The proposed law aims to temporarily lift the ban on renting properties with a G energy rating if renovation work is ongoing or if there are external blockages.
This initiative aligns with the government's intention to adjust the timeline of the Climate and Resilience Law for co-owned properties.
The bill, backed by the government, is set to be considered by the National Assembly in December for potential implementation early next year.
The law would allow judges to reduce rent by the amount of energy costs and exclude the most energy-inefficient properties, classified as G+, from this measure.
Approximately 250,000 co-owned properties in France could be affected by the rental ban starting January 2025 unless the law is passed.