# Mansion Tax Delayed as Council Shifts Strategy

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-05-31T01:53:32+00:00
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## Resource

City council committee stalls on Measure ULA, the “mansion tax,” opting instead to pilot financial aid and lower tax rates for certain sales—split 2-1—with Jurado and Padilla voting yes and Lee no. The original plan to slash transfer taxes on luxury properties by up to 40% is on hold, sparking heated debate: supporters say it funds housing and homelessness prevention, while critics claim it’s stifling construction and driving up rents. New research backs the latter. The Housing Dept. is now tasked with exploring tax breaks for affordable housing projects. Full council vote still pending, with a November ballot likely if changes pass—and another committee may still push a competing reform measure. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6fb3ab7a1a2c2c0a

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