Sustainable Short-Term Rentals in Piedmont: study of the problem and possible regulatory solutions

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Turin
New! Posted on: 19/03/2026 Deadline: 09/04/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

12/GIUR-11 - Comparative Law

Description

The project analyses the phenomenon of short-term tourist rentals in Piedmont, focusing on Turin, the Langhe and Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, a practice often facilitated by digital platforms, which has a significant impact on the social and economic context. The aim is to assess the impact on urban transformation processes determined by short-term tourist flows.An essential part of the study will be an in-depth analysis of certain European regulatory models, concerning significant experiences, such as those of Paris and Barcelona, which have addressed similar critical issues with different regulatory approaches.The study will propose recommendations for the improvement of short-term rental regulation, making it more effective, sustainable, and attentive to local specifics. This will help to balance the needs of the tourism market, which is undoubtedly a strategic part of Piedmont's economic, with the right to housing and the sustainability of tourism

Compensation

22,516 Euro

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Università di Torino

Selection process

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Based on Qualifications and Interview. The interview schedule is published on the University Albo ( https://webapps.unito.it/albo_ateneo/ ) and on the University website ( https://lavorainateneo.unito.it/index_ir.html?type=SEL_IDR ). Candidates will NOT receive notification of their admission to the interview. The publication of the schedule on the University Albo constitutes legal notification of the interview invitation. Applications must be submitted via the online procedure https://pica.cineca.it/unito/cle-2026-ii/ — for information: incarichiricerca@unito.it Mandatory requirement for admission to the selection: italian Laurea Magistrale, or Laurea a Ciclo Unico, or an equivalent degree from foreign Universities, obtained no more than 6 years prior to the application deadline (i.e obtained after April 9, 2020). The Call for Applications (published on the University Bulletin Board under ref. no. 2725 del 19/03/2026), containing the procedures to participate in the selection process and the specific requirements for each selection, is available at https://webapps.unito.it/albo_ateneo/ and https://lavorainateneo.unito.it/index_ir.html?type=SEL_IDR .