Senate Finance wrestles with ‘missing middle’ definition, flags ADU tax-exemption concerns
Senate Finance members debated how the housing bill should define "middle-income" or "missing middle" housing, raised concerns about accessory dwelling unit (ADU) tax exemptions benefiting higher‑value properties, and agreed to tighten definitions and seek technical help from VHFA, housing trusts, builders and drafters before returning the bill.
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The Senate Finance Committee spent its session debating how a pending housing bill should define middle‑income or “missing middle” housing and whether proposed property tax breaks for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) could unintentionally subsidize higher‑value homes.
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