Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability
The Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability is available to assist in the carrying out of works that are reasonably necessary for the purposes of rendering a house more suitable for the accommodation of a person with a disability who is a member of the household.
Is it Means Tested?
All applications for grant aid under the Housing Adaptation Grant Scheme shall be assessed on the basis of household means. The maximum grant of €30,000.00, which will cover 95% of the cost of works, will be available to applicants whose gross household income is less than €30,000.00 per annum, tapering to 30% for applicants with gross household incomes of between €54,001.00 to €65,000.00 per annum.
The percentage of the grant available is set out in the table below:
| Gross Maximum Household Income p.a. | % of Costs available | Maximum Grant Available |
|---|---|---|
| € | % | € |
| Up to €30,000 | 95% | 30,000 |
| €30,001- €34,000 | 90% | 27,000 |
| €34,001 - €38,000 | 80% | 24,000 |
| € 38,001-€ 42,000 | 70% | 21,000 |
| €42,001 - €46,000 | 60% | 18,000 |
| €46,001 - €50,000 | 50% | 15,000 |
| €50,001 - €54,000 | 40% | 12,000 |
| €54,001 - €65,000 | 30% | 9,000 |
| In excess of €65,000> | No Grant is Payable | |
What type of Work is Covered?
The types of works allowable under the scheme can be varied and include the provision of
- access ramps
- stair-lifts
- downstairs toilet facilities
- accessible showers
- adaptations to facilitate wheelchair access
- extensions
- and any other works which are reasonably necessary for the purposes of rendering a house more suitable for the accommodation of a person with a disability.
Tax Requirements?
In the case of contractors, the contractor’s name, address, tax reference number and tax district and the number and expiry date of a certificate of authorisation issued to the contractor by the Revenue Commissioners must be submitted.
In the case of grant applications totalling €10,000.00 or more, the applicant must confirm that he/she holds a valid tax clearance certificate.
How do I Apply?
Application forms should be submitted to Housing Administration Section, Clare County Council, Aras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis, Co. Clare.