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Greens and Liberals Unveil Housing Affordability Plans in New Brunswick Election

Both parties propose reforms aimed at reducing housing costs amid soaring property assessments and rent prices.

  • Green Party Leader David Coon plans to reform the property tax system by tying assessments to rental income rather than property value.
  • The Greens also propose a rent cap linked to rental units to prevent evictions aimed at increasing rent prices.
  • Liberal Leader Susan Holt announces a fund to support non-profit and community housing projects, though funding specifics are not disclosed.
  • The Liberals pledge to build 30,000 homes, implement a 3% rent cap, and eliminate provincial sales tax on new multi-unit developments.
  • Progressive Conservative Leader Blaine Higgs has fewer public campaign events scheduled, focusing on media engagements.
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