Derelict/ Vacant Property Refurbishment Grants Scheme
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 what 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 revitalisation.
How Can We Help You?
How to Qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant?
- Provide proof of ownership or negotiation details demonstrating your intention to purchase the property.
- The property must have been vacant for at least 2 years.
- The property must have been built before 2008.
- As the owner, you must either live in the property afterwards or make it available for rent. Landlords can apply for one grant per rental property and one additional grant for their principal private residence, allowing a maximum of two grant applications per person.
- To access this grant, you must complete the application form. The vacant home renovation grant can be combined with additional SEAI home upgrade grants to maximise funding.
Documentation and Application Form Requirements:
- Quotation of proposed works covered by the SEAI Better Energy Homes Scheme.
- An independent report confirming that the property is structurally unsound and dangerous, or confirmation that it is listed on the Derelict Sites Register.
- Any other supporting documentation, along with a cost assessment by the local authority, should be part of your application. This grant is available to support the refurbishment of vacant houses or buildings across cities, towns, villages, and rural areas.
- Applicants may need to provide proof that the property has been vacant for the required period.
- The grant amount offered is typically inclusive of the VAT cost of the works, subject to assessment by the county council or local government and heritage authorities. They may also visit the property during the evaluation process.
Please note that this information is subject to change as local government policies and grant schemes evolve.
CEG Grants Available
| Grant Name | Types of Home | Grant Value |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Pump Systems Homes built and occupied before 2021 |
All Houses Apartments |
€6,500 €4,500 |
| Central Heating Systems for Heat Pump Homes built and occupied before 2021 |
All Houses Apartments |
€2,000 €1,000 |
| Heating Controls | €700 | |
| Solar Hot Water Homes built and occupied before 2021 |
€1,200 | |
| Attic Insulation Homes built and occupied before 2011 |
Apartment (any) Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€800 €1,200 €1,300 €1,500 |
| Cavity Wall Insulation Homes built and occupied before 2011 |
Apartment (any) Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€700 €800 €1,200 €1,700 |
| Internal Insulation (Dry Lining) Homes built and occupied before 2011 |
Apartment (any) Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€1,500 €2,000 €3,500 €4,500 |
| External Wall Insulation (The Wrap) Homes built and occupied before 2011 |
Apartment (any) Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€3,000 €3,500 €6,000 €8,000 |
| Windows (Complete Upgrade) | Apartment (any) Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€1,500 €1,800 €3,000 €4,000 |
| External Doors (max. 2) | €800 | |
| Solar PV | €700 per kWp up to 2kWp €200 per additional kWp up to 4kWp Total Solar PV grant capped at €1,800 |
€1,400 for 2kWp €1,600 for 3kWp €1,800 for 4kWp |
| Floor Insulation | €3,500 | |
| BER | €50 | |
| Technical Assessment | €200 |
Is Your Vacant Property Costing You? Make a Change with Housing Revitalisation Grants
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The vacant property refurbishment grant process begins with a consultation. At Ashgrove, a certified installer will assess your home’s energy needs and recommend the best PV panels for your property. From there, our experienced installation team manages the setup, ensuring everything is ready to go.
Choosing a trusted supplier simplifies your refurbishment journey. Start with an enquiry or request a free quote to find solutions that fit your budget. Consider available grants for derelict houses in Ireland and home restoration grants to help offset costs for your empty refurbishment project. If you have any questions or concerns, contact us today!
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Exhaust Air Source Heat Pumps are ideal for smaller homes and perfect for Apartments where the heat pump is located inside and does all heating, hot water & ventilation.
These Heat Pumps extract the heat in the outgoing stale humid air removed by extract vent from the bathrooms, utility & kitchen before its sent outside via external wall vent.
The Exhaust air heat pump uses this energy by recycling it back into the hot water & radiators or underfloor system. Fresh air is introduced via wall vents making sure that the property is fully ventilated.
This system is very compact with ultra low energy consumption.
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