Find answers to common questions about grant schemes for home renovations and energy efficiency upgrades. Learn about eligibility criteria, application processes, available funding, and how to maximize your benefits. Stay informed and make the most of government and private grant opportunities.
The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant has opened the door for thousands of homeowners to bring empty and derelict houses back into use. However, while the grant is generous, many applicants experience delays, refusals, or unexpected costs—not because the scheme is flawed, but because of avoidable mistakes early in the process. At Summit Matters Ltd, we …
Turning a vacant or derelict property into a safe, compliant, and financially sound home can be an immensely rewarding project — but it also presents significant administrative, technical, and logistical challenges. In Ireland, the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) offers up to €50,000 toward refurbishing vacant homes — or up to €70,000 for properties deemed …
The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) is one of the most significant incentives available to homeowners looking to bring vacant or derelict properties back into use in Ireland. At Summit Matters Ltd, we regularly assist clients who are navigating this grant—often after encountering avoidable delays, reduced payments, or compliance issues arising from DIY works or …
Ireland’s housing landscape is shifting again, and for anyone who owns a vacant or derelict property, the changes are good news. Alongside the existing Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG), the Government has announced new proposals for 2025 aimed at accelerating the return of empty homes — and even empty commercial buildings — back into productive …
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Great question and an easy one to answer. No. Getting a builder’s quote for your grant doesn’t tie you to that builder. It’s just to show the grant body what the work will cost. That said, it really helps if your quote comes from someone who knows the grant system. At Summit Group, we help …
Here’s what the official terms and the practical/legal situation look like for the Vacant/Derelict Property Refurbishment Grant in Ireland — specifically around clawback and what happens if the grant recipient dies within the 10-year period: 📌 Clawback Basics Under the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (including the derelict top-up), local authorities register a legal charge on …
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There’s a lot of buzz around government support for bringing Ireland’s derelict and vacant properties back into use. Between the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and SEAI energy upgrade incentives, it seems like a golden opportunity for first-time buyers, returnees, and everyday people looking to take on a renovation project. The idea is sound: make it …
Read more “Who’s Really Cashing In on Property Grants? Not the Fixer-Upper Buyer”
That’s a huge milestone—congrats on getting your planning approved! 🎉 Now you’re onto the next big phase: securing that grant funding. The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (and any add-ons like the SEAI Home Energy grants) can make a big difference, but the process can be paperwork-heavy and a bit of a maze if you’re not …
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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 …
Renovating an Older or Derelict Property in Ireland? Here’s What You Need to Know About Compliance Certificates and Mortgage Conditions For many Irish homeowners and developers, purchasing a derelict or pre-1963 home offers the opportunity to restore character and charm. But when it comes to mortgage drawdowns—especially with lenders like Bank of Ireland (BOI)—you may …