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This bill addresses two pressing issues: the shortage of affordable housing and the increasing number of vacant commercial properties in many communities, particularly after changes in work and shopping habits. If this bill becomes law, it could provide a strong incentive for developers to tackle complex and often costly conversions of commercial buildings into housing, helping to meet the demand for affordable homes and breathe new life into struggling downtown areas.
Without this bill, many vacant commercial buildings might continue to sit empty, deteriorating and not contributing to local economies or housing supply. The financial hurdle of converting these buildings without a significant incentive would likely remain too high for many projects. By offering a substantial tax credit, the bill aims to unlock investment in these types of conversions, creating jobs, increasing housing options, and revitalizing urban cores.
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This bill addresses two pressing issues: the shortage of affordable housing and the increasing number of vacant commercial properties in many communities, particularly after changes in work and shopping habits. If this bill becomes law, it could provide a strong incentive for developers to tackle complex and often costly conversions of commercial buildings into housing, helping to meet the demand for affordable homes and breathe new life into struggling downtown areas.
Without this bill, many vacant commercial buildings might continue to sit empty, deteriorating and not contributing to local economies or housing supply. The financial hurdle of converting these buildings without a significant incentive would likely remain too high for many projects. By offering a substantial tax credit, the bill aims to unlock investment in these types of conversions, creating jobs, increasing housing options, and revitalizing urban cores.
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| AMOUNT | PROGRAM | TYPE | YEARS |
|---|---|---|---|
| $12,000,000,000 | National Qualified Conversion Credit Limitation | discretionary | Ongoing (as a cap on allocated credits) |
| $3,000,000,000 | Additional Qualified Conversion Credit for Economically Distressed Areas | discretionary | Ongoing (as a cap on allocated credits) |