San Francisco's Empty Homes Tax, approved by voters in 2022 to penalize landlords for keeping units vacant, is under threat from a lawsuit filed by landlord groups. This tax could generate substantial revenue to address the city's homelessness crisis, as a recent analysis revealed an abundance of vacant housing. Supervisor Jackie Fielder is determined to start the tax collection process, despite the lawsuit’s halt. At a recent Board of Supervisors meeting, Fielder proposed amendments to enable the tax's collection once courts allow it, aiming to expedite services for the homeless community.
The 2022 Empty Homes Tax in San Francisco, aimed at taxing vacant properties to address homelessness, faces legal challenges, leaving its collection uncertain.
Supervisor Jackie Fielder is advocating for the city to start collecting the Empty Homes Tax despite ongoing litigation, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
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