The proposed Measure N in South Lake Tahoe aims to impose a tax on vacant homes to address the affordable housing shortage, reflecting a growing national debate on the impact of vacation properties.
Supporters argue that the measure encourages homeowners to rent to workers, helping alleviate the housing crisis and retain families in a region struggling with a shortage of affordable options.
Critics of the measure argue it infringes on private property rights and could disproportionately affect those who use their homes seasonally, presenting a conflict between individual rights and community needs.
Local residents like Kelly Bessem highlight the struggle of working multiple jobs to afford housing, underscoring the real impacts of the housing crisis on individuals in the community.
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