Changing the thinking on Capital Allowances and Energy Performance.

A recent survey of the proposed changes on Capital Allowances, organised by leading property tax and finance specialist Davis Langdon Crosher and James, has revealed that nearly 70% of respondents think that the  withdrawal of IBA’s (Industrial Building Allowances) will have a negative impact on their businesses.

Davis Langdon Crosher & James' latest briefing following the Pre Budget Report. It covers the on going consultations relating to Brownfield Incentives and Capital Allowances reforms and links can be found to both consultations.

Davis Langdon Crosher & James have taken the opportunity to discuss and comment on the proposals included in "Business Tax Reform: Capital Allowances Changes" published by HM Revenue & Customs in July 2007.

Jason Cook, associate, Davis Langdon LLP, raises awareness on enhanced capital allowances.

Andrew Green, partner, Davis Langdon LLP, reviews the current consultation on capital allowances.

New Tax Reliefs available to Businesses and Investors – Changes for 2008.

The Treasury has announced proposals which should give a welcome boost to tax payers who own or invest in commercial property, advises leading capital allowances specialist Davis Langdon Crosher & James.

The Treasury has now published a consultation document "Business tax reform: capital allowances changes" about the changes announced in the Budget.

The Court of Appeal has held that a building used by a business that imported door and window components manufactured by its Austrian parent for resale in the UK qualifies for industrial building allowances.

Whilst developers may not currently see sustainable design as a key driving force behind the development of a new dealership, the introduction of Part L 2006 and a more educated population has resulted in a need for motor dealerships to become more ‘sustainable’ in design. 

“Funding Regeneration- A guide to Accessing Public Funds” has been published by our Grants Team in conjunction with the British Property Federation (BPF). This first edition was launched at the THINK conference for Sustainability, Regeneration and Innovation in London on 1st May.

A quarterly publication which covers new funding opportunities and trends.

Another consultation has been announced and more changes made to various green taxes and incentives.

A summary of the changes being made to the capital allowances system to pay for the reduction in the mainstream corporation tax rate to 28%.

We have identified three changes relevant to VAT on construction services, two of which will be of particular interest to charities and City Academies.

HMRC publishes Business Brief 23/06.

A quarterly publication which covers new funding opportunities and trends.

VAT Basics is specifically designed for people with little or no knowledge of VAT as it applies to construction and property.