Can I live in a rental property to avoid capital gains tax?

Woodbrook

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I own the property for 15yrs, from day 1 its been a rental. Recently I split with my partner, she will remain with kids in our primary residence. My current tenants are moving out soon and the property is close to my workplace. I am thinking of moving in and might avail of the rent a room scheme to help towards my mortgage. I may consider an overseas role with my employer next year. if I sell the property in 2019 or 2020, am I still liable for CGT? as it was my primary residence(is there a min period one has to reside in a property to avoid CGT)
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Dave
 
You will get relief for the period in which the property was your primary residence + last 12 months - so if you sell in 2020 say you will have owned the property for 17 years and will be liable for CGT on 15/17ths of the gain getting relief for 2/17ths or thereabouts
 
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