amble to tax people who rent out properties through website as officials and residents express concerns over visitor impactIceland is poised to curb an Airbnb explosion as it tries to balance record tourist numbers with the protection of its spectacular unspoilt landscape and traditional lifestyle.Proposed legislation,which could become law this week, seeks to restrict the number of days residents can offer Airbnb rentals in their properties to 90 days a year before they must pay business tax. Related: Berlin authorities crack down on Airbnb rental boom Related: Airbnb fined €30000 for illegal tourist lets in Barcelona Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com