Architecture
This Commercial Construction client's partnership with Wilby Jones enabled the successful resolution of the HMRC enquiry, allowing them to continue their work.
Who was the client?
Our client is an ISO certified construction company, proud of its reputation for high standards and customer service since founded in 1999. They provide a full range of construction solutions and services for projects across East Anglia, London and South East.
What challenges did our client face?
The project involved several technical challenges, including finding safe roof access solutions while construction work continued below. Traditional scaffold methods became impractical due to material shortages, requiring the company to develop alternative approaches.The company also faced difficulties designing foundations for weakened load-bearing soil, as standard strip, piled, and raft foundations were all unsuitable for the project.
Because of these complex and unconventional engineering solutions, the work came under HMRC scrutiny to determine whether it qualified as genuine R&D.
What was the result?
The company successfully supported its R&D claim by clearly demonstrating the innovation and technical challenges involved in the project.The hybrid foundation solution introduced a new approach for construction projects on unstable ground, where cost-effective alternatives were limited.
Resolving the enquiry allowed the business to continue delivering complex projects with confidence while continuing to benefit from R&D tax relief support.
