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Will my property taxes change?

The 'tax increment financing' model uses projected increases in property tax revenue from new developments to pay for initial project costs. While your current property tax bill might not change immediately, the growth in property values in areas like Old Kent Road will directly contribute to funding the Bakerloo Line extension.

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