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Trump to review blocking NYC pied-à-terre tax

8/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump announced on August 11 2026 that he will examine whether the federal government can block New York City’s pied-à-terre tax.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the tax in May, a 4 % surcharge on second homes over $5 million and condos over $1 million.
Effective July 1, the levy should raise over $500 million annually from about 17,000 owners.
A state court judge issued a restraining order on August 11, pausing enforcement while the city appeals.

History

Historical Context

New York’s property-tax framework stems from the 1981 S.7000-A law, enacted after the 1975 Hellerstein decision to create tax classes and assessment caps. Recent reforms, such as the 2024 Assembly’s Five Borough Fair Property Tax Act with a 10 % income-cap circuit breaker, set precedent for Governor Hochul’s 2026 4 % pied-à-terre surcharge targeting luxury owners.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump announced on August 11 2026 that he will examine whether the federal government can block New York City’s pied-à-terre tax.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the tax in May, a 4 % surcharge on second homes over $5 million and condos over $1 million.
Effective July 1, the levy should raise over $500 million annually from about 17,000 owners.
A state court judge issued a restraining order on August 11, pausing enforcement while the city appeals.

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