Huechuraba mayor Maximiliano Luksic backed the property tax exemption for first homes of those over 65, while calling for a Senate amendment so those with means still pay.
Luksic said Tuesday he agrees with exempting seniors from property taxes. He added that the Senate should include an amendment ensuring those who can pay continue to do so.
The mayor warned of an impact on Huechuraba municipal revenues amounting to 1.2 billion pesos. He noted homes once valued at 5,000 UF now reach 12,000 UF without owners necessarily having greater payment capacity.
Luksic proposed freezing the contribution amount at the time of property purchase. He also stressed that the executive branch must take municipal views into account when making decisions.
