20 January 2011
Dear Sir, I have a query regarding capital gain exemption, A person sales a plot against rs. 5 Lacs in F.Y.2009-10 & capital gain arised for rs.3 lacs.He has constructed a house on his wife's plot.& has made a payment against construction of house of Rs 8 lacs in F.Y.2009-10 by his bank account.&Rs Rs.5 lacs in f.y.2010-11. Is he eligible to take exemption on house constructed on his wife's ownership plot.
20 January 2011
Yes, he is eligible to get capital gain exemption U/s 54F. He should obtain written consent for construction on her land, from wife on Stamp Paper of required denomination.