artp Posted March 26, 2016 Report Posted March 26, 2016 Taxpayer is building a 50x50 ft. structure next to his existing residence. This structure will include a completely finished living abode-kitchen, bath, bedroom ect and will also service as a garage, workshop and storage area. The living abode will meet all codes requirements for a dwelling unit as he plans to use it as a residence for an elderly family member. If he decides to install a geothermal heating/cooling system in the structure will it qualify for 30% energy credit? My concern is that although the structure may meet the definition of “dwelling unit” he may not meet the test “used as a residence by the taxpayer”. I would welcome your input on this as I have never had this situation before. Quote
kcjenkins Posted March 28, 2016 Report Posted March 28, 2016 Could the elderly relative qualify as his dependant, once he moves in? 1 Quote
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