When upgrading a house, you may claim the SEAI home energy upgrade grants, as well as the Vacant & Derelict property refurbishment grant. Consequently, the maximum grant is €107,550. The Community Energy Grant (CEG) or One Stop Shop (OSS) grants may be used for such a project, however the CEG is often favoured over the OSS. To learn why you can attend our free webinars or download our free app WhatGrant.ie. The Webinars and App are to assist homeowners in quickly understanding the pros and cons of the various grant programs and to find out whats suits them and their project best.
The Vacant & Derelict property refurbishment ( Croí Cónaithe (Towns) fund) grant is administered by each local authority. It is designed to assist in the restoration of vacant and derelict properties. Whether your property is derelict or has been vacant for an extended period, this grant provides a valuable opportunity for revitalization.
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How to Qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant?
- Provide proof of ownership or negotiation details of your intention to purchase such property
- Property that has been vacant for at least 2 years.
- The property is built before 2008
- As the owner of the property, you must either live in the property afterwards or make it available for rent. A landlord can only make one application for a rental property, however, is entitled to also apply for one for their personal residence, therefore a maximum of 2 grant applications per person. To access this grant, you must complete the application form and can combine it with additional SEAI Home Upgrade grants.
Documentation and Application Form Requirements:
- Quotation of proposed works covered by SEAI Better Energy Homes Scheme.
- An Independent report confirming the property is structurally unsound and dangerous / confirmation it is on the Derelict Site Register
- Any other supporting documentation and a cost assessment by the local authority along with the application. The grant is available for eligible vacant properties in cities, towns, villages and rural parts of the nation.
Please note that this grant information is subject to changes and updates.
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