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Find out which items you can or cannot claim a VAT refund for under the DIY Housebuilders' Scheme.

This list will help you identify the goods (building materials) and services which are eligible for a VAT refund. Services can only be claimed for conversions as any services to a new build property should be zero rated.

With effect from 5 October 2020 HMRC policy is that manual window blinds and shutters are allowable building materials.

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