Sign Off/Habitation Minimum Requirements (Scotland)

[Jilly]

Oops, hoped I wasn't unkind. Seriously, I expect so, but you can ask you Building Control officer, they seem to have flexibility, so a good relationship with them is helpful.

[ProDave]

We had all upstairs doors fitted for temporary habitation but none of the downstairs doors.

[aforbes]

Hi all - quick question but a lot of people here talk about claiming VAT back. I was under the impression that you only pay the 5% VAT in the first place to the contractors (therefore no need to claim back - rather it's their responsibility their end). [Scottish VAT rules for renovating uninhabited building]

Also wondering, if the building is not 'signed off' (no completion certificate) does this affect the 5% VAT rate - would it stop me from being able to claim this rate?

If i am not selling the house does it really matter if I don't get a completion certificate? Does it affect insurance?

Many thanks if you're able to shed some light.

Edited November 5, 2024 by aforbes

[saveasteading]

3 hours ago, aforbes said:

only pay the 5% VAT in the first place to the contractor

Yes, but can still be claimed back.