Costs

Estimated equipment costs for a Changing Places toilet can vary but are in the region of between £12,000 - £17,000 including VAT. However, equipment costs will vary depending on the specific equipment chosen.

We are not able to estimate a total cost for the whole Changing Places toilet because other costs involved will vary depending on the venue.

For example:

• building costs if structural changes need to be made to an existing building
• maintenance costs
• security costs.

It is cheaper to include Changing Places toilets at the planning and design stage as this will remove the need for structural changes to an existing building.

• Find out how to contact equipment manufacturers

VAT relief for disabled people

There is VAT relief available for individuals or certain types of charities for installing sanitary facilities. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has a designated advice service on VAT reliefs for charities and disabled people.

• Read Notice 701/7 VAT reliefs for disabled people

To check eligibility with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) telephone 0845 302 0203 or email charities@hmrc.gov.uk