Bricks, Taxes and Spending
Solutions for Housing Equity across Levels of Government
This report addresses housing inequities through a series of analytical chapters and case studies. The cross-country chapters examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on housing demand, develop a proposal for a green land value tax, evaluate the dynamics between fiscal autonomy and housing supply responsiveness, as well as explore the drivers of inter-regional migration. The case studies unravel the changes of Korea's progressive national property tax and a programme to address regional imbalances, assess the impact of the US property tax system on housing, dive into Norway's property taxation in relation to inequality, as well as survey Belgium's approaches to housing policy. With a blend of empirical data and critical analysis, the report underscores the pressing need for comprehensive strategies in addressing housing inequities. It also offers insights for policymakers and scholars, highlighting the complex balance between national and local housing policies.
Executive summary
This volume of OECD Fiscal Federalism Studies provides analysis and evidence on ways to reduce housing inequities. The chapters develop insights regarding intergovernmental fiscal relations and how to resolve certain key policymaking trade-offs, delving into the following:
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