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	* HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].		* HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].

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	* Equipment.		* Equipment.
	* Fitting.		* Fitting.
−	* Fixture~~. Repeats some of the text in this article~~.	+	* Fixture.
	* Furniture, fixtures and equipment.		* Furniture, fixtures and equipment.
	* Premises.		* Premises.

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−	According to ~~[http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm~~ HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land...’ (such as a boiler). ~~So for~~ example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.	+	According to HMRC, a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land...’ (such as a boiler). For example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.

	HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’		HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’
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	Disputes can arise in particular in relation to expensive items such as paintings that may to a greater or lesser extent be a part of the building in which they are housed. Where there is doubt, it may be advisable to seek legal advice, and ensure that the position is set out in writing before signing any agreement.		Disputes can arise in particular in relation to expensive items such as paintings that may to a greater or lesser extent be a part of the building in which they are housed. Where there is doubt, it may be advisable to seek legal advice, and ensure that the position is set out in writing before signing any agreement.

−	In addition, the distinction between fixtures and chattels is important when calculating stamp duty land tax. Fixtures form part of the taxable value of the purchase, whereas chattels do not. The inclusion of fixtures can move the saleable price for tax purposes to the next stamp duty threshold, resulting in a much larger tax liability for the purchaser than had been expected. Ref HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].	+	In addition, the distinction between fixtures and chattels is important when calculating stamp duty land tax. Fixtures form part of the taxable value of the purchase, whereas chattels do not. The inclusion of fixtures can move the saleable price for tax purposes to the next stamp duty threshold, resulting in a much larger tax liability for the purchaser than had been expected.
		+
		+	(Ref. HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].)

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	A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.		A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.

−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
−		+
−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Cupboards.		* Cupboards.
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	* Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.		* Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.
	* Furniture, fixtures and equipment.		* Furniture, fixtures and equipment.
		+	* Premises.
	* Room data sheet.		* Room data sheet.
	* Specification.		* Specification.

Designing Buildings at 08:53, 23 April 2017

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−		+	According to [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land...’ (such as a boiler). So for example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.
−	According to [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land...’ (such as a boiler). So for example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.~~<br/>~~	+

	HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’		HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’
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	There are two key tests for identifying whether something is a fixture or a chattel:		There are two key tests for identifying whether something is a fixture or a chattel:
−	*The degree of physical affixation. This is not a conclusive test, but generally, the greater the degree of affixation (ie the damage that would be caused by removal) the more likely it is that an object is a fixture. The easier it is to remove, the more likely it is to be a chattel.	+
−	*More conclusively, if the object is intended to be permanent and effect a lasting improvement to the property, it is a fixture. However, if any attachment is intended to be temporary and no more than is necessary for the object to be used and enjoyed, then it is a chattel.	+	* The degree of physical affixation. This is not a conclusive test, but generally, the greater the degree of affixation (ie the damage that would be caused by removal) the more likely it is that an object is a fixture. The easier it is to remove, the more likely it is to be a chattel.
		+	* More conclusively, if the object is intended to be permanent and effect a lasting improvement to the property, it is a fixture. However, if any attachment is intended to be temporary and no more than is necessary for the object to be used and enjoyed, then it is a chattel.

	However, these tests are not always used as the basis for determining the right to remove an object. Leasehold agreements will generally distinguish between the landlord’s fixtures and tenants fixtures which they may remove at the end of the lease (as long as they make good any damage). Similarly, conveyancing reports for the sale of property may state that certain fixtures are not being sold as part of the land.		However, these tests are not always used as the basis for determining the right to remove an object. Leasehold agreements will generally distinguish between the landlord’s fixtures and tenants fixtures which they may remove at the end of the lease (as long as they make good any damage). Similarly, conveyancing reports for the sale of property may state that certain fixtures are not being sold as part of the land.
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	HMRC suggest that:		HMRC suggest that:

−	''The following items are, however, confirmed as being assets that will normally be regarded as chattels''	+	The following items are, however, confirmed as being assets that will normally be regarded as chattels
−	*''carpets (fitted or otherwise)''	+
−	*''curtains and blinds''	+
−	*''free standing furniture''	+
−	*''kitchen white goods''	+
−	*''electric and gas fires (provided that they can be removed by disconnection from the power supply without causing damage to the property)''	+
−	*''light shades and fittings (unless recessed).''	+

−	~~''On the other hand, the following items will not normally be regarded as chattels''~~	+	* carpets (fitted or otherwise)
−	*''fitted ~~kitchen units, cupboards and sinks''~~	+	* curtains and blinds
−	*~~''agas~~ and ~~wall mounted ovens''~~	+	* free standing furniture
−	*~~''fitted bathroom sanitary ware''~~	+	* kitchen white goods
−	*~~''central heating systems''~~	+	* electric and gas fires (provided that they can be removed by disconnection from the power supply without causing damage to the property)
−	*~~''intruder alarm systems~~.''	+	* light shades and fittings (unless recessed).

−	~~''Externally~~, ~~any plants, shrubs or trees growing in~~ the ~~soil which forms part of the land, are~~ not to be regarded as chattels~~.''~~	+	On the other hand, the following items will not normally be regarded as chattels

−	''A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.''	+	* fitted kitchen units, cupboards and sinks
		+	* agas and wall mounted ovens
		+	* fitted bathroom sanitary ware
		+	* central heating systems
		+	* intruder alarm systems.
		+
		+	Externally, any plants, shrubs or trees growing in the soil which forms part of the land, are not to be regarded as chattels.
		+
		+	A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===		=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
−	*Equipment.	+
−	*Fitting.	+	* Cupboards.
−	*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.	+	* Equipment.
−	*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.	+	* Fitting.
−	*Room data sheet.	+	* Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.
−	*Specification.	+	* Furniture, fixtures and equipment.
−	*Vacant possession.	+	* Room data sheet.
		+	* Specification.
		+	* Vacant possession.

	=== External references ===		=== External references ===
−	*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm CA26025 - PMA: Fixtures: Background and meaning of fixture].	+
−	*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].	+	* HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm CA26025 - PMA: Fixtures: Background and meaning of fixture].
		+	* HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].

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	''Externally, any plants, shrubs or trees growing in the soil which forms part of the land, are not to be regarded as chattels.''		''Externally, any plants, shrubs or trees growing in the soil which forms part of the land, are not to be regarded as chattels.''

−	''A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.''	+	''A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.''

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===		=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
		+	*Equipment.
	*Fitting.		*Fitting.
	*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.		*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.
	*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.		*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.
	*Room data sheet.		*Room data sheet.
−	*Equipment.
	*Specification.		*Specification.
	*Vacant possession.		*Vacant possession.
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	=== External references ===		=== External references ===
	*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm CA26025 - PMA: Fixtures: Background and meaning of fixture].		*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm CA26025 - PMA: Fixtures: Background and meaning of fixture].
		+	*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].

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Designing Buildings at 09:10, 21 August 2014

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	However, these tests are not always used as the basis for determining the right to remove an object. Leasehold agreements will generally distinguish between the landlord’s fixtures and tenants fixtures which they may remove at the end of the lease (as long as they make good any damage). Similarly, conveyancing reports for the sale of property may state that certain fixtures are not being sold as part of the land.		However, these tests are not always used as the basis for determining the right to remove an object. Leasehold agreements will generally distinguish between the landlord’s fixtures and tenants fixtures which they may remove at the end of the lease (as long as they make good any damage). Similarly, conveyancing reports for the sale of property may state that certain fixtures are not being sold as part of the land.

−	Disputes can arise in particular in relation to expensive items such as paintings that may to a greater or lesser extent by a part of the building in which they are housed. Where there is doubt, it may be advisable to seek legal advice, and ensure that the position is set out in writing before signing any agreement.	+	Disputes can arise in particular in relation to expensive items such as paintings that may to a greater or lesser extent be a part of the building in which they are housed. Where there is doubt, it may be advisable to seek legal advice, and ensure that the position is set out in writing before signing any agreement.
		+
		+	In addition, the distinction between fixtures and chattels is important when calculating stamp duty land tax. Fixtures form part of the taxable value of the purchase, whereas chattels do not. The inclusion of fixtures can move the saleable price for tax purposes to the next stamp duty threshold, resulting in a much larger tax liability for the purchaser than had been expected. Ref HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/sdltmanual/sdltm04010.htm SDLTM04010 - Scope: How much is chargeable: Fixtures and fittings].
		+
		+	HMRC suggest that:
		+
		+	''The following items are, however, confirmed as being assets that will normally be regarded as chattels''
		+	*''carpets (fitted or otherwise)''
		+	*''curtains and blinds''
		+	*''free standing furniture''
		+	*''kitchen white goods''
		+	*''electric and gas fires (provided that they can be removed by disconnection from the power supply without causing damage to the property)''
		+	*''light shades and fittings (unless recessed).''
		+
		+	''On the other hand, the following items will not normally be regarded as chattels''
		+	*''fitted kitchen units, cupboards and sinks''
		+	*''agas and wall mounted ovens''
		+	*''fitted bathroom sanitary ware''
		+	*''central heating systems''
		+	*''intruder alarm systems.''
		+
		+	''Externally, any plants, shrubs or trees growing in the soil which forms part of the land, are not to be regarded as chattels.''
		+
		+	''A deduction would, however, be appropriate for amounts properly apportioned to any plants growing in pots or containers.''

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

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	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===		=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
		+	*Fitting.
	*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.		*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.
	*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.		*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.

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−	According to [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land ~~in law’~~ (~~for example~~ a boiler). So for example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.<br/>	+	According to [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land...’ (such as a boiler). So for example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.<br/>

	HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’		HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’

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According to [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm HMRC], a chattel is ‘…an asset, which is tangible and moveable’ (such as furniture). This is as opposed to a fixture, which is ‘…an asset that is installed or otherwise fixed in or to a building or land so as to become part of that building or land in law’ (for example a boiler). So for example, a bath may be a fixture, but a fridge a chattel.<br/>

HMRC suggest that ‘… a chattel may become a fixture if it is fixed to a building or land. For example, before it is installed in a building as part of a central heating system, a central heating radiator is a chattel. Once installed, it becomes a fixture.’

This can be particularly important in the sale of property or in leasehold agreements, where the distinction between fixtures and chattels can determine ownership.

There are two key tests for identifying whether something is a fixture or a chattel:
*The degree of physical affixation. This is not a conclusive test, but generally, the greater the degree of affixation (ie the damage that would be caused by removal) the more likely it is that an object is a fixture. The easier it is to remove, the more likely it is to be a chattel.
*More conclusively, if the object is intended to be permanent and effect a lasting improvement to the property, it is a fixture. However, if any attachment is intended to be temporary and no more than is necessary for the object to be used and enjoyed, then it is a chattel.

However, these tests are not always used as the basis for determining the right to remove an object. Leasehold agreements will generally distinguish between the landlord’s fixtures and tenants fixtures which they may remove at the end of the lease (as long as they make good any damage). Similarly, conveyancing reports for the sale of property may state that certain fixtures are not being sold as part of the land.

Disputes can arise in particular in relation to expensive items such as paintings that may to a greater or lesser extent by a part of the building in which they are housed. Where there is doubt, it may be advisable to seek legal advice, and ensure that the position is set out in writing before signing any agreement.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
*Fixture. Repeats some of the text in this article.
*Furniture, fixtures and equipment.
*Room data sheet.
*Equipment.
*Specification.
*Vacant possession.

=== External references ===
*HMRC, [http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/camanual/ca26025.htm CA26025 - PMA: Fixtures: Background and meaning of fixture].

[[Category:Property_law]]