This July 1, 2024, a series of changes will change the habits of the French, report - and France Bleu. Among them, the increase in the price of gas, a new calculation for the DPE of housing of less than 40 m² and an increase in rent ceilings in Paris.
Gas price increase
The Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) announced an increase of 11.7% (compared to the month of June) in the benchmark gas sales price (PRVG). The increase will be used to cover network maintenance costs. The price will remain, according to the CRE, “ lower by 4.70 euros/MWh including tax than the average PRVG of January 1, 2024 (-3.5%) », reaching on average 129.20 euros per megawatt hour.
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A new savings plan for young people
Those under 21 will have access to a future climate savings plan (PEAC). They will be able to deposit up to 22,950 euros there (as in a Livret A), and its rate will vary depending on the financial markets. This plan is based on the green industry law and will allow the financing of low carbon projects.
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New calculation of the DPE
The energy performance diagnosis changes for housing with a surface area of 40 m² or less. This new calculation should allow the revaluation of the energy class of housing currently considered as ” energy strainers “Landlords will be able to commission new appraisals. This should allow some apartments to return to the market without additional work.
Reform on rural areas comes into force
The reform of “ rural revitalization areas » comes into force on July 1. It concerns 17,700 municipalities, spread across 14 departments, whose residents will be able to benefit from tax and social security exemptions. This should increase the attractiveness of these areas, particularly to medical professions and other businesses.
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Rent ceilings increased in Paris
A prefectural decree published on May 28 set the reference rents, the increased rents and the reduced rents applicable in the city of Paris for the coming year. It will be applicable from July 1. As before, the ceilings depend on the year of construction, the number of rooms and the geographical area. The highest rents may only be applied to new rentals.
Towards a control of the “ shrinkflation »
From July 1, large stores (over 400 m²) will be required to clearly indicate, on the shelves or product packaging, when the price of said products has stagnated or increased but their quantity has decreased. The word ” shrinkflation ” is a contraction of the English words for ” reduction » et « inflation ».
Among the other changes on July 1, we note the 1.2% increase in unemployment benefits and an obligation for new vehicles to have an AIV (intelligent speed adaptation system).
