Paris Bans Key Lockboxes in Latest Effort to Limit Short-Term Rentals — Paris Property Group

The mayor of Paris has issued a new decree on January 24 that prohibits the installation of safety boxes and keys of keys in public spaces. This last measure is in tune with the continuous efforts of the city to control and finally stop the short -term rental market.

The decree explicitly prohibits “safety boxes, storage boxes with lock and any other device or deprecision destined to contain personal effects” in the public streets of Paris. According to the mayor, the prohibition aims to address a group about public property damage and unauthorized use of city infrastructure for private use.

The owners who are in violation will receive a warning sticker that requires the elimination of the security box within 15 days. If the owner does not comply, the city services will eliminate and destroy the device. The violations carry substantial sanctions, with fines that reach up to € 1,500 for criminals for the first time and € 3,000 for repeated violations, as stipulated in article R* 116-2 or the road infrastructure code. It is not entirely clear how they know who is the owner of the security box on a public street; But the City Council’s message expects to convey is clear.

The new regulations may present challenges for property and host administrators, which have traditionally been based on the safety boxes for the access of the guests. Industry professionals will need to adapt their operations, potentially exploring alternative solutions such as smart locks or key exchanges in person. The owners and managers are advised to remain informed about these evolution regulations and guarantee compliance to avoid sanctions. The city approach can ultimately serve as a model for other important tourist destinations that fight with similar challenges in the short -term rental market.

Part of a broader rental market reform

This ban on the security box coincides with other significant changes in the short -term rental regulations of Paris. As of January 2025, the city has reduced the annual limit to rent primary residences such as tourist accommodation, from 120 to 90 days. These measures indicate the continuous commitment of Paris to balance tourist interests with the commitment of the municipality to preserve the stock of residential housing and the majority of the character of the neighborhood at first sight of the tourist pressure. As one of the most visited cities in the world, Paris faces unique challenges in the management of its tourist accommodation sector while preserving its architectural heritage and its community atmosphere.