Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant: What Homeowners Get Wrong (and How to Avoid Costly Delays)

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 …

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Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) in Ireland: DIY Works, Self‑Prepared Applications, and What Homeowners Need to Know

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 …

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✅ Tax Clearance Checklist for Homeowners

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 …

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