New rules for co-housing in San Marino aim to make housing more affordable, keep rents in check and encourage shared living, particularly among young people, families and the elderly.
The new delegated decree will be presented to the public on Monday, 19 October at 8.30 pm at the Sala Montelupo in Domagnano, during a public meeting organised by the Secretariat of State for Territory and Environment.
Secretary of State Matteo Ciacci will outline the new measures. The decree, which implements Law 87/2026, regulates the creation of shared housing complexes with at least three units, developed by public or private entities, or through partnerships between the two.
At the heart of the system is the cohabitation agreement, mandatory for anyone wishing to access the housing units and related incentives. The document sets out how common spaces are to be used, how expenses are shared, how communal services are managed, and how residents’ entry or departure is regulated.
Particular attention is given to social co-housing, designed also to combat loneliness and support the independence of more vulnerable individuals. Approved projects will benefit from a 50% reduction in concession and agreement-related charges, as well as tax breaks on building materials.
The decree also sets clear limits: common areas must retain their designated use for twenty years, while owners and managers will be subject to periodic inspections. Those who fail to comply risk losing incentives and being excluded from further benefits for three years.
The evening will also feature contributions from Luca Rigoni, of the Ecosol co-housing project in Fidenza, and Alida Nepa, from the Solidaria experience in San Giorgio di Ferrara, who will share how collaborative living works in practice. The discussion will be moderated by Alfonsina Guidi.
“With this decree, co-housing in San Marino moves from words to rules,” said Matteo Ciacci, inviting citizens, families, professionals and associations to take part in the meeting.
Admission is free. For more information, call 3312288768.
