Is HST Payable on the Sale of My Vacant Land?

Find out how HST applies to the sale of vacant land in Ontario. This video breaks down when HST is payable and when an exemption might apply, depending on how the seller used the property. If the land was for personal use and not part of a business, HST is usually not required. But if the property has been subdivided or severed, the sale may be taxable. We cover how personal use, subdivision, and business intent can affect HST liability, and why it’s important to speak with a lawyer or accountant before completing a vacant land transaction. Paria Rad, an Ontario real estate lawyer with Devry Smith Frank LLP and Woitzik Polsinelli LLP, has over 13 years of experience in residential and commercial real estate law. For questions about buying or selling property, contact Paria at paria@durhamlawyer.ca or 905-668-4486.