Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage Open 🏠 Housing

Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant

Up to €50,000 (€70,000 for derelict properties) to bring vacant or derelict homes back into use as a principal private residence.

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Full Details

The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (Croí Cónaithe) supports homeowners and prospective homeowners to refurbish vacant and derelict properties. Grants of up to €50,000 are available for vacant properties, and up to €70,000 for properties that are derelict or on the Derelict Sites Register. The property must have been built before 2008 and must be used as the applicant's principal private residence after refurbishment. Applications are made through the local authority.

Eligibility Requirements

Property must have been built before 2008 and been vacant for two years or more. Must be used as principal private residence after works. Apply through your local authority.

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Key Information
Grant Status
Open
Who Can Apply
Individual / Homeowner
Funding Available
Up to €50,000 for vacant; up to €70,000 for derelict properties
Coverage
All of Ireland
Last Verified
27 Apr 2026
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