State’s highest court dismisses property tax reform appeal

The state’s highest court this week dismissed an appeal that sought to reform New York’s property tax system on the grounds it favors luxury condos and single-family homes, and perpetuates racial inequalities. The New York Court of Appeals did not rule on the merits of the case, but dismissed Tax Equity Now New York’s claim because “no substantial constitutional question is directly involved.” But the coalition isn’t giving up. It will now petition on the

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