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Green Bonus: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn how homeowners in Italy can claim a tax deduction for landscaping and garden creation expenses through the Green Bonus.

The Green Bonus is a tax incentive designed to help homeowners offset the costs of landscaping and creating new garden spaces for their residential properties.

Who it's for

This scheme is available to individuals who are owners of residential properties. If you own a home and want to improve its outdoor spaces, you may be eligible to use this incentive to help manage the costs of your landscaping projects.

What you get

The benefit comes in the form of a tax deduction. You can claim a 36% deduction on the total expenses you incur for landscaping and the creation of garden areas. This is intended to encourage the development of green spaces around residential homes.

What it costs you

While the deduction helps lower your tax burden, there is a limit to the benefit. The total amount you can claim is capped at €5,000 per property. You will need to manage your project expenses and documentation to ensure you stay within these limits while maximizing the benefit.

The catch to know

It is important to understand that this scheme is specifically for major landscaping and the creation of new garden spaces. It does not cover the costs of routine maintenance, such as simple weeding or regular lawn mowing. The work must fall under the category of landscaping or garden creation to qualify for the deduction.

How to apply

  1. Identify the landscaping or garden creation work you wish to perform on your residential property.
  2. Ensure the work qualifies as a new creation or major landscaping rather than simple routine maintenance.
  3. Collect and save all official documentation and invoices related to the expenses incurred.
  4. Work with a tax professional to apply the 36% deduction to your tax filings.
  5. For more information, visit the official portal: https://www.agenziaentrate.gov.it