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LA City Council shelves ballot measure to cancel the ‘mansion tax’ on new apartments
By David Wagner at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 1, 2026
· 6 min read
Aerial view of a new construction home in Encino in 2024.(Wirestock/Getty Images / iStockphoto)Despite multiple efforts to put reforms on the November ballot, Los Angeles voters will not get to decide whether to roll back the city’s controversial “mansion tax” on apartment buildings.The L.A. City...
Key takeaway City Council voted 14-0 to shelve a proposed ballot measure on Wednesday, the final day to send proposals to the city’s voters in the upcoming general election.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The City Council's decision to shelve the ballot measure on the "mansion tax" has significant implications for Los Angeles' housing market. By not allowing voters to decide on a 10-year exemption for new apartment buildings, the council is maintaining the status quo, which reform advocates argue is stifling new housing development. This decision comes at a time when the city is struggling to address its affordability and homelessness crises. The "mansion tax," or Measure ULA, was intended to raise funds for affordable housing and tenant aid programs, but its impact on the housing market is still being debated. As the city continues to grapple with these issues, the council's decision will be closely watched by developers, affordable housing advocates, and residents alike, who will be looking for alternative solutions to address the city's housing needs. The council's next steps on this issue will be crucial.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Aerial view of a new construction home in Encino in 2024.(Wirestock/Getty Images / iStockphoto)Despite multiple efforts to put reforms on the November ballot, Los Angeles voters will not get to decide whether to roll back the city’s controversial “mansion tax” on apartment buildings.The L.A. City...
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