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When it comes to parking, whether it’s a multi-story car park or a designated bay, the standard VAT rate of 20% typically applies.
This is the case for most off-street parking provided by Local Authorities and private companies. But here’s a twist: parking on the street is usually VAT-free, as it’s considered a public service.
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However, like any good rule, there are exceptions. If parking is part of the deal when buying or leasing a new house, that space might not attract VAT, assuming it’s part of the initial sale.
And if you thought all land or spaces designated for parking would automatically be subject to VAT, think again. Some of these can slip through the VAT net if the parking is incidental to the land’s main use.
If you’re in the business of providing parking, remember the magic number: £85,000. That’s the VAT-able turnover threshold requiring you to register for VAT. Keep a close eye on this, as it involves staying on top of your VAT payments and reporting duties to HMRC.
Now, let’s talk about when things get competitive. The UK has seen its fair share of debates and legal tussles over whether Local Authorities should charge VAT on off-street parking.
This is especially true when it means unfair competition for the private sector. It boils down to ensuring a level playing field nationally, not just locally.
Figuring out the exact VAT treatment for parking facilities can get tricky, with several factors, including the nature of the parking service and specific exemptions. And let’s remember, getting this wrong can be costly.
At Tax Natives, we connect you with global tax experts who can help you make sense of VAT on parking, ensuring you’re compliant and possibly saving you some money along the way. Whether you’re a business or a Local Authority tangled up in VAT decisions, we’re here to help.
Contact a Tax Natives expert today and park your VAT worries for good.
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Where a Curator fulfils their commitments then they receive a 100% discount against their monthly membership fee.
| Initial admin fee | £250 Free |
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Article contentCreator and Curators must create at least one piece of original, quality-approved content each quarter. |
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The Creator is a fully-fledged member of the Tax Natives team. As such, they are capable of making introductions to other Tax Natives and are also able to take leads from their fellow Natives.
However, the Creator has additional responsibilities. They commit to their other Natives that they will produce at least one piece of quality content each quarter – whether an article, video or other valuable content.
There are multiple Creator memberships available for each jurisdiction. Where a Curator fulfils their commitments then they receive a 100% discount against their monthly membership fee.
| Initial admin fee | £250 Free |
| Minimum membership term | 12 months |
Content creationCreator and Curators must create at least one piece of original, quality-approved content each quarter. |
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The Adviser is a fully-fledged member of the Tax Natives team.
As such, they are capable of making introductions to other Tax Natives and are also able to take leads from their fellow Natives.
The Adviser Native is a care-free soul and has made no other commitments to his fellow Tax Natives to generate content or curate a jurisdictional page.
That's cool.
However, the Adviser will be eligible to pay the full monthly membership fee.
| Initial admin fee | £250 Free |
| Minimum membership term | 12 months |
Content creationCreator and Curators must create at least one piece of original, quality-approved content each quarter. |
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