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Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology
In France, housing upgrades like a veranda or swimming pool are subject to the property tax because they raise the property value. But there are so many upgrades that have never been claimed to the tax authority. Now, aerial images of properties can spot outdoor swimming pools with the help of AI software. In fact, an experiment in some regions has already discovered over 20,000 hidden swimming pools, which brought €10 million to tax revenue. The program is going to be introduced nationwide at a time when France is facing the worst drought since 1961. Indeed, not only the swimming pool but also the water in it is essential for residents in France. There may be time to use those outdoor pools as water reservoirs.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-62717599
Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology
In France, housing upgrades like a veranda or swimming pool are subject to the property tax because they raise the property value. But there are so many upgrades that have never been claimed to the tax authority. Now, aerial images of properties can spot outdoor swimming pools with the help of AI software. In fact, an experiment in some regions has already discovered over 20,000 hidden swimming pools, which brought €10 million to tax revenue. The program is going to be introduced nationwide at a time when France is facing the worst drought since 1961. Indeed, not only the swimming pool but also the water in it is essential for residents in France. There may be time to use those outdoor pools as water reservoirs.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-62717599
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