Summary
State law now lets Charlottesville add a 1% sales tax — but only for school building and renovation, and only if voters approve it in November. It could raise about $15 million a year for 20 years, with a June 30, 2046 expiration.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could add up to 1% to the local sales tax rate — roughly $15 million a year for school projects if voters say yes.
Charlottesville students and schools, through funded construction and renovations.
Shoppers pay slightly more in sales tax; low-income households feel sales tax increases most.
Mentions & discussions (2)
With high schools ‘at or over capacity,’ Albemarle County voters will consider a 1% local sales tax referendum for school construction
Albemarle High School students walk by construction fencing toward classroom trailers or “pods” that the school is using to manage overcrowding. AHS has 16 classrooms in two pods, located at the rear of the campus. " data-large-file="http...
City Council - Jul 8, 2026
State law now lets Charlottesville add a 1% sales tax — but only for school building and renovation, and only if voters approve it in November. It could raise about $15 million a year for 20 years, with a June 30, 2046 expiration.
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