What is a Meublé de Tourisme?
A meublé de tourisme (furnished tourist accommodation) is a property intended to be rented out to passing travelers, who do not establish their permanent residence there. They are generally short-term rentals, designed to meet the needs of tourists visiting Lyon.
Compulsory administrative formalities
If you are planning to rent out your property as a furnished holiday rental in Lyon, there are a few administrative procedures you need to follow:
1. Registration number :
First of all, you need to obtain a registration number for your home. This is necessary to comply with local regulations.
2. Tourist tax :
You are also required to declare and pay the tourist tax collected, a contribution that varies according to the length of your tenants' stay.
3. Change of use :
If the property you are planning to rent out is not your principal residence, you will need to apply for a change of use. This procedure is important to ensure that your furnished holiday rental complies with the relevant regulations.
Change of use in Lyon
Change-of-use regulations vary depending on the location of your property in Lyon. Here are the main points to bear in mind:
In Lyon's Hypercentre:
All requests to change the use of residential premises to furnished tourist accommodation are subject to a compensation rule. This means that you will have to create the equivalent capacity (commercial premises to residential) by another similar rental, located in the hypercentre and in the same arrondissement. This rule applies regardless of the status of the applicant, whether an individual or a legal entity.
Outside Lyon's Hypercentre:
- For dwellings with a surface area of 35 m² or more, compensation starts from the first square meter.
- For dwellings of less than 35 m², there is a limit to the number of change-of-use authorizations and their duration. For individuals, a temporary change-of-use authorization is granted for a period of 9 years, with no possibility of renewal. Compensation is required for permanent change-of-use authorizations from the first application onwards. From the second application onwards, the same compensation conditions apply. For legal entities, compensation is compulsory from the first square meter, whatever the request.
Exceptions
It is essential to note that there are exceptions to these regulations. Furnished rentals that comply with the law of July 6, 1989, such as one-year leases or 9-month leases for students, are not subject to the regulations governing furnished tourist accommodation. As a result, no prior administrative formalities with the City of Lyon are required.
In conclusion, furnished tourist rentals in Lyon are subject to strict regulations, designed to ensure responsible use of property. It's crucial to respect these rules and ensure that your rental is compliant to avoid any problems with the local authorities. If you have any questions or concerns, we recommend that you consult the relevant departments of the City of Lyon for up-to-date information and appropriate assistance.
