Legislation

City Council Votes to Double Liquor Tax Rate Starting Next Summer in Philadelphia

Starting July 1, a new liquor tax rate of 15% will kick in for Philadelphia, doubling the current rate and affecting sales of beer, wine, and spirits. The increased tax is set to take effect next summer.

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City Transfers More Tax Burden to Philly Schools Amid Real Estate Revenue Shift

Philadelphia Homeowners Could Pay More for Property Taxes as City Proposes New Reassessment Method, Raising Concerns Over Increased Liabilities for Seniors and Low-Income Families.

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City School Tax Rate Hikes Automatically Starting Next Year Based On City's Total Assessed Value

School tax rates will automatically rise in 2007 and beyond based on the city's total assessed value, shifting the burden from a fixed rate to one tied to property values certified by the Board of Revision of Taxes.

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Philadelphia Property Owners Face Tax Hike Cap Under New Proposal Taking Effect This Month

Philadelphia property owners could face a tax hike limit under a proposed amendment that would cap annual increases at 104% of the prior year's levy. The new rule would apply to school taxes in certain circumstances.

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