Call for best practices - Local and regional Housing policies | PES Group in the European Committee of the Regions

Indicate your local or regional mandate

Has your city or region used EU funds (such as the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF), the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)) to support regional or local housing policies? Could you briefly explain which funds were used, how they were applied, and what outcomes have been achieved in terms of improving housing access and affordability?

Has your city or region implemented policies to regulate short-term rentals (e.g., through platforms like Airbnb) to mitigate their impact on housing affordability and availability for residents? Can you share any data or examples of how these regulations have influenced local housing markets, particularly in reducing pressure on long-term rental prices?

How is your city or region addressing gender disparities in its affordable housing policies? Are there any specific initiatives or data showing how housing solutions are improving access for women, especially single mothers or women in vulnerable situations?

What measures has your city or region implemented to improve access to affordable housing for young people and students? Are there any successful examples of partnerships with educational institutions or housing cooperatives that have helped alleviate the housing burden for this group?

How is your region or city addressing the housing needs of the most vulnerable populations, such as low-income families, the elderly, or people experiencing homelessness? Can you provide any examples of recent policies or data showing improvements in housing accessibility and support services for these groups?

Has your region or city adopted innovative housing schemes (such as non-profit housing, cooperative housing...), new construction methods or smart housing solutions to fight against speculation, reduce costs, increase the skills of the labour force, and enhance the environmental performance of housing projects?

What successful initiatives has your region or city implemented as part of the Renovation Wave to improve energy efficiency in housing? Have these efforts contributed to reducing energy poverty among residents? Please share any good practices or data on how these renovations have improved living conditions while lowering energy costs for vulnerable households.