Home improvement renovation grants

Applications will only be considered in respect of properties that are more than 10 years old, and where the homeowner meets the following eligibility criteria.

• they have owned and lived in the property for a minimum period of five years immediately prior to the date of application,
• they are in receipt in receipt of a passported benefit and entitled to 100% Council Tax Reduction.
• the amount of available equity in the property does not exceed 25% of the property value.

Therefore, in circumstances where:        

the health and safety of the occupier, the occupier of a neighbouring property or the general public is at risk, or                 

delay in dealing with the defect may lead to significant deterioration in the fabric of the building e.g. structural collapse,

the Council will consider approving assistance to remedy the defect if renovation is the most satisfactory course of action.

If the homeowner does not meet all of the above eligibility criteria, they will not be eligible for consideration for Renovation Grant Assistance.

Landlords and Tenants are not eligible for Renovation Grant Assistance.

Empty properties will not be considered for a Renovation Grant.

What works are included?               

Essential repairs to the external fabric of the dwelling i.e. wind and weatherproofing and repairs required to remedy defects that are affecting the occupant’s ability to live comfortably at the property. Works could include provision of bathroom facilities, damp proof course, concrete floors, re-plastering, rewiring and plumbing repairs.              

Assistance will be also considered to address structural defects along with associated works, as well as to combat a serious out break of dry rot that is active and progressive and that has a serious effect on the structural integrity of the property.

No assistance will be considered for works outside of the property including the rebuilding of retaining wall.

What is the maximum grant available?               

The maximum grant available for Full Renovation Grant Assistance is £35,000 plus ancillary fees.   

Grant Conditions

The grant applicant is required to remain the owner and occupier the property.  The council would require repayment of grant aid awarded on sale or transfer/disposal of the property, or if the applicant ceases to occupy the property as their only residence.

Applicants will be required to agree to a Land Registry charge being placed upon the property in respect of the above repayment condition.

Applicants are required to complete the work within twelve months from the date of the formal grant approval. If works are not completed within the allocated time period, the grant will be cancelled.

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