Industrial Development Agencies Look to Dish Out Housing Tax Breaks
As the governor urges more housing, IDAs are looking to pitch in. Critics say it goes beyond their legal role.
This story was co-produced with Investigative Post and based on interviews with 30 lawmakers, officials, advocates, lawyers and developers, as well as a review of data and historical records.
This story was co-produced with Investigative Post and based on interviews with 30 lawmakers, officials, advocates, lawyers and developers, as well as a review of data and historical records.
“Are we gonna start helping middle class people buy cars next, you know, through IDA tax exemptions?”
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