{"id":21640,"date":"2023-04-12T15:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-12T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=21640"},"modified":"2023-04-11T09:39:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-11T16:39:30","slug":"the-canadian-home-renovation-tax-credit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2023\/04\/the-canadian-home-renovation-tax-credit\/","title":{"rendered":"The Canadian Home Renovation Tax Credit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are many tax credits, grants and rebates available for Canadian homeowners. More specifically, homeowners can take advantage of the home renovation tax credit, which allows them to deduct a portion of their renovation expenses from their taxes. So how can you claim this credit? First, you should check if you meet certain conditions to be eligible. Here\u2019s what else you should know about when filing for a tax credit :<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What is a Tax Credit?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Tax credits allow Canadians to deduct a specific amount from their taxes each year. They can generally be carried forward if they aren\u2019t used up by the end of the tax year and most programs will allow you to share the credit with a partner\/spouse.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Home Accessibility Tax Credit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Home Accessibility Tax Credit (HATC) is a non-refundable tax credit to Canadian homeowners who make renovations designed to improve the living conditions and increase the accessibility for a senior or a person with a disability. Things such as wheelchair ramps, grab bars and widened doorways.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The HATC allows claims up to $10,000, but the government is currently working on increasing the annual expense limit to $20,000, which would provide a tax credit of up to $3,000.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A qualifying renovation must meet one of these conditions :<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>\u2022 The renovation must be designed (and have an end goal) of allowing the individual to be more mobile\/functional within the residence<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u2022 The renovation for the intended individual must reduce the risk of harm within the residence, or in gaining access to the residence<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Multi-Generational Home Renovation Tax Credit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Multi-Generational Home Renovation Tax Credit, which took effect at the beginning of the year, is designed to assist with expenses relating to building a secondary suite for a senior family member, or an adult with a disability. The tax credit will provide a 15% tax refund on expenses (up to $50,000) to a maximum of $7,500. The maximum refund amount can be used toward the cost of permit fees and renovation goods and services.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Secondary suites are becoming more popular as it helps ease the burden of families and provides a viable living option for Canadians\u2019 aging population. The tax credit financially helps homeowners better utilize single-family homes while gaining the emotional benefits of living with, and caring for, family members.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To qualify for the tax credit :<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>\u2022 The secondary suite must be for a related adult over the age of 65, or an adult (over the age of 18) living with a disability.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u2022 The secondary suite must be a self-contained housing unit that has a separate entrance, bathroom, kitchen and bedroom.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u2022 The renovation must have a reasonable timeline, and must be inhabited within 12 months after completion of the renovation.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It\u2019s important to note that some expenses do not qualify for the credit, such as the purchase of home appliances and costs for housekeeping or other services. People interested in applying can do so on their 2023 income tax return next year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What Canadian Provinces Are Left Out?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Currently, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Alberta, and all territories do not offer an individual home renovation tax credit. However, the Building Industry &amp; Land Development Association Alberta (BILD Alberta), which represents a mix of home renovators, builders and land developers, is currently advocating to introduce a Home Renovation Tax Credit.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Next Steps<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you\u2019re looking for a way to make improvements in your home and save money on taxes, then renovating could be the solution. Knowing if these conditions apply to you is one of the best ways to get the most out of your future tax filings. But, remember, not all renovation expenses are eligible, so it\u2019s important to do your research and to keep receipts of all your associated costs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoocasa.com\/blog\/home-renovation-tax-credit-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is The Home Renovation Tax Credit in Canada?<\/a> by surex | zoocasa<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many tax credits, grants and rebates available for Canadian homeowners. 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