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VAT refunds on building new homes and conversions - how to claim, application form and guidance notes
The government introduced a number of measures through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 to incentivise the prompt build-out of housing sites. This update outlines recent progress in the implementation of these measures and next steps.
Use the online service or VAT431NB form to reclaim VAT, if you're a DIY housebuilder building a new home or charity building.
How principal accountable persons, or someone authorised to act for them, can register a high-rise residential building in England.
Revoke an option to tax land or buildings for VAT purposes after 20 years have passed using form VAT1614J.
Use this guidance to understand the role, legal responsibilities and how to register as a building inspector in England and Wales.
William King Construction to expand training schemes and employ more people after winning contracts with the Programme and Project Partners.
How to use a before-and-after study to evaluate your digital health product.
Use this service to apply to register a high-rise residential building in England with the Building Safety Regulator.
What happens when you opt to tax (charge VAT on) land and buildings, when you need permission and when to notify HMRC about your decision.
Sets out when planning permission is required and different types of planning permission which may be granted.
Use the online service or VAT431C form to reclaim VAT, if you're a DIY housebuilder converting an existing building into a dwelling.
This guidance explains what the Community Infrastructure Levy is and how it operates.
When you need planning permission, where to apply, what counts as permitted development and how to appeal a planning permission decision
When you need building regs approval, how to apply, using a competent person scheme, and determinations and appeals
The information principal accountable persons must submit when applying for a building assessment certificate from the Building Safety Regulator.
Check if you can claim a VAT refund using the DIY housebuilders scheme if you’re constructing a new charity building, for a charitable or relevant residential purpose.
How to work out the VAT on building work and materials if you're a contractor, subcontractor or developer.
The UK government's design principles and examples of how they've been used.
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