The Minister of Economy and Finance, Bruno Le Maire, castigated this Friday a taxation "very advantageous" The purpose of the tax maneuver is to encourage landlords to offer their housing as long-term rentals rather than seasonal rentals. Bercy's proposals are not yet finalized, but the minister has warned that the tax will have "windfall effects too important" for many people to settle where they wish.
The proposals are to be submitted to the Prime Minister and the President of the Republic.