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By: Language: English Series: Taxation ; 159(4096) 22 February 2007, 234-235(2)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Discusses when VAT relief is due for alterations to listed buildings, when an alteration may be classified as a repair, and the effect of time on reinstating an original feature. Discusses the case of Metropole Folkstone Ltd v Revenues and Customs (L136582) where a balcony on a listed property was demolished as a matter of urgency without obtaining the listed building consent, then later replaced raising questions regarding timescale.

Discusses when VAT relief is due for alterations to listed buildings, when an alteration may be classified as a repair, and the effect of time on reinstating an original feature. Discusses the case of Metropole Folkstone Ltd v Revenues and Customs (L136582) where a balcony on a listed property was demolished as a matter of urgency without obtaining the listed building consent, then later replaced raising questions regarding timescale.