Upstate Lawmakers Seek Wider Reach for New York's Pied-à-Terre Tax
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Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 23
Upstate Lawmakers Seek Wider Reach for New York's Pied-à-Terre Tax
54 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 23
Upstate New York lawmakers are pushing to expand Governor Hochul’s proposed pied-à-terre tax beyond New York City to include luxury second homes in other regions.
They argue that high-value, rarely occupied homes in upstate and suburban areas worsen affordability and strain local services, seeking an opt-in tax with lower thresholds.
The proposal faces mixed support as some officials worry about new taxes, while others highlight the need for equitable funding outside NYC amid ongoing state budget negotiations.
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