Using the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
As the Grant Applicant:
☐ Registered with Revenue
• You must have a PPS number and an active Revenue MyAccount or ROS login.
☐ Up to Date with Your Tax Affairs
• File any outstanding returns (self-assessed income, property taxes, etc.)
☐ Hold a Current Tax Clearance Certificate (or use the eTC system)
• Apply online through Revenue.ie – Tax Clearance
• Print or save the eTC reference number for your grant application.
For Your Contractors or Suppliers:
☐ Registered Business with a Tax Reference Number
• Ensure all suppliers/trades are properly registered for tax.
☐ Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or eTC Access
• Ask contractors to provide a valid tax clearance certificate
• Or request their eTC number and PPSN or reference number so the local authority can verify it.
☐ Official Quotes & Invoices
• All quotes must be on company letterhead with business name, address, and VAT number (if registered).
• Invoices must match the works carried out and include full contact details.
Top Tip from Summit Matters:
🔎 Double-check all documentation before submission—if your contractor doesn’t meet tax requirements, the local authority may not reimburse that portion of your spend.
