Non-Utilization Tax Analysis

The Field Lab partnered with the City of Providence to examine the effectiveness of the Non-Utilization Tax in reducing property vacancies and increasing housing availability.

Project Partner

City of Providence
Office of the Mayor

Project Summary

Students analyzed tax administration costs, revenue outcomes, vacancy patterns, and alternative policy tools to address underutilized properties.

Areas of Focus

The team examined tax effectiveness, vacancy distribution, equity impacts, administrative costs, and alternative housing policy mechanisms. The analysis focused on documenting outcomes and policy trade-offs.

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