HB4738Introduced in the House of Delegates
County authority to impose a vacancy tax
Introduced by Kayla Young, District 56
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill relates to the ability of the county authority to impose a vacancy tax on vacant or mostly vacant structures. The bill provides for a legislative purpose. The bill grants authority. The bill provides for definitions. The bill provides for the imposition of a vacancy tax. The bill provides for notice and appeal. The bill provides for collection and lien. The bill creates exemptions. Finally, the bill provides rulemaking authority.
Where it stands
To House Finance
January 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Finance
Introduced in House
To House Finance
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