Airbnb Levy Falls Short on Housing Crisis, Say Greens

Australian Greens

As stated by Shane Rattenbury, Leader of the ACT Greens:

"Today's legislation from Labor to regulate short-term rentals falls far short of addressing the housing crisis facing Canberrans.

"The Greens went to the election calling for stronger action, with options such as limiting short-term rentals to the home you live in.

"The government's step today is insufficient. This small levy will fail to increase the number of affordable homes available to long-term renters, and it will fail to raise enough revenue to make a meaningful impact on the budget bottom line.

"In this housing crisis, the ACT Government needs to do everything it can to ensure every member of our community has access to a stable and affordable home."

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