LA Proposes $250M Tax on Elite Country Clubs to Fund Public Services
A new tax on private membership clubs in Los Angeles has been proposed by City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian. The measure aims to address concerns over the low property tax contributions of large, nonprofit country clubs. If approved by voters, it could generate millions each year for city services and infrastructure upgrades. The proposed tax would apply to six country clubs within city limits. These clubs currently pay a combined $811,000 annually in property taxes, despite owning around 1,000 acres valued at over $15 billion. Nazarian’s plan introduces a parcel tax of $4 per square foot, potentially raising up to $250 million a year.
The funds would support capital improvement projects, boost the local film industry, and assist first-time homebuyers. However, the proposal faces opposition from groups like the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Assn., which has long defended Proposition 13—a law capping annual property tax increases. Critics argue that changing this system would unfairly burden landowners. Local golf course manager Rick Stegall warned that the tax could harm the golf business. The measure still requires voter approval before taking effect.
The proposed tax targets a perceived imbalance in property tax contributions from wealthy, nonprofit clubs. If passed, it would redirect millions toward public services and development projects. The outcome depends on voter support in an upcoming ballot.
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