Commentary on Sections

Part 2 – the Tax and Key Concepts

Sections 17-18 - Chargeable transaction and chargeable consideration

29.Land transactions are chargeable transactions (i.e. liable to LTT) unless they are exempt from charge (see Schedule 3) or unless they are relieved from charge and that relief is claimed (section 30(2)). Section 18 and Schedule 4 make provision as to the calculation of chargeable consideration. Regulations may amend or repeal the provisions of the Act relating to chargeable consideration.