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The Proposes Break Bill
Virginia proposes tax break for affordable housing builders
Income tax, state; tax credit for affordable housing projects.
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This bill would give tax money back to people who own affordable housing, helping more families find homes they can afford.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would give a tax credit to people who own buildings where many homes are rented at lower prices. The idea is to make it easier for families to find a home they can afford. If you think Virginia needs more affordable housing, this bill is a step in that direction. But, giving out tax credits means the state collects less money, which could affect other state services. This bill did not pass its first committee, so it is not moving forward right now.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would create a state income tax credit for owners of affordable housing projects.
- To get the credit, projects must keep 60% of their homes for qualifying tenants for 30 years.
- Qualifying tenants are families earning less than 120% of the average income for their area.
- The tax credit would be based on how much less rent is charged compared to the market price.
- The total amount of tax credits given out each year would not go over $5 million.
- The credits would apply from 2026 through 2030 and can be carried over for five years if not fully used.
- This bill was introduced but was left in a committee, meaning it did not move forward this session.
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