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Home Improvement Grant
Over 60’s Home Improvement Grant.
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The grants are out there…you just need to know where to look.
With everyone feeling the pinch in todays economy the Housing Aid for Old People Scheme can provide you with up to €10,500 financial assistance to upgrade your home. There was a time when banks and building societies were hammering your door to give you loans for one thing or another….Unfortunately this is no longer the case but the with a local authority home improvement grant you wont be left out in the cold.
So what is The Housing Aid for Old People Scheme?
The Housing Aid for Older People Scheme is available to improve the conditions of an older persons home. It is aimed at people over the age of 60, though in certain circumstances of genuine hardship is available to persons under 60.
What does it cover?
Substantial Grants are available for:
- Structural repairs or improvements
- Re-wiring, repair or replacement of windows and doors
- The provision of water, sanitary services and heating
- Cleaning and painting
- Radon remediation
- Re-wiring and any other repair or improvement work considered necessary.
Am I eligible?
In general applicants are means tested and priority is given on the basis of financial need. All persons over the age of 60 are eligible.
In certain circumstances a second grant is available where needs have substantially changed over time. For further info contact us today for an information pack.
Once approved, you have 6months to carry out the works.
How much is available?
The maximum grant available under the Housing Aid for Older People Scheme is €10,500 which may cover 100% of the cost of works. Other grants are available depending on gross family income.100% of the approved cost of works is available to those with annual household incomes of less than €30,000.
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