2026 Guide
All Irish Property Grants
Every Irish government grant and scheme available for property owners, renters, and developers — with amounts, eligibility requirements, and direct links to apply.
Ireland offers one of the most generous property grant systems in Europe. Between energy efficiency schemes, vacant property refurbishment grants, first-time buyer supports, and disability adaptation grants, the total support available to a single property can exceed €142,000. This page covers every active scheme in 2026.
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Energy
SEAI Better Energy Homes Grant
Ireland's main energy retrofit programme. Covers insulation (walls, roof, floor), heat pumps, solar panels, windows and doors, ventilation and heating controls. Works must be done by SEAI-registered contractors and the home must have been built and occupied before 2011.
Up to €50,000
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Energy
SEAI Warmer Homes Scheme
Free energy upgrades for low-income homeowners. Available to those receiving qualifying social welfare payments (Fuel Allowance, Carer's Allowance, Job Seeker's Allowance, etc.). SEAI arranges and funds all works — you pay nothing.
Free upgrades
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Energy
Home Energy Upgrade Loan
A low-interest government-backed loan of up to €75,000 to finance energy upgrades not fully covered by SEAI grants. Available from participating banks and credit unions at rates from 3% APR. Can be combined with SEAI grants.
Up to €75,000
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Vacant Property Grants
Vacant Property
Croí Cónaithe (Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant)
Up to €50,000 for a vacant property or up to €70,000 for a derelict property. The property must have been vacant for at least 2 years and you must intend to use it as your principal private residence. Available nationwide.
Up to €70,000
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Vacant Above Shop
Vacant Above the Shop Grant
Convert vacant space above commercial premises into residential units. Available for town-centre properties in qualifying towns and cities. The grant covers conversion costs up to €95,000 per residential unit created.
Up to €135,000
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Repair & Lease
Repair and Leasing Scheme
The local authority funds all repair costs upfront; you lease the property to them for social housing use for a minimum term, then recoup the repair cost from rental income. You retain ownership throughout.
Up to €80,000
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First Home Buyer Grants
First Home
Help to Buy Scheme (HTB)
A Revenue tax rebate for first-time buyers. Claim back income tax and DIRT paid in the previous 4 tax years. Available for new builds and self-builds only, up to a purchase price of €500,000.
Up to €30,000
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First Home
First Home Scheme (FHS)
A shared equity scheme where the state takes a stake of up to 30% in a new home in exchange for bridging the gap between your mortgage and deposit, and the asking price. Available for new builds up to €500,000.
Up to 30% of value
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Disability & Adaptation Grants
Disability
Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability
Means-tested grant from your local authority to adapt a home for someone with a physical, sensory, mental health, or intellectual disability. Covers ramps, stairlifts, wet rooms, extensions and more.
Up to €40,000
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Disability
Mobility Aids Grant
For households where someone has a mobility problem — covers grab rails, stair lifts, level access showers, and other accessibility works. Means-tested and funded by your local authority.
Up to €8,000
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Rural Development
Rural
Ready to Build Scheme
Serviced sites in rural towns and villages offered to self-build buyers at below market value (€30,000 discount). Available through local authorities in smaller settlements. Priority given to those with local connections.
€30,000 discount
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Rural
LEADER Rural Development Programme
EU-funded support for rural businesses, communities, and social enterprises. Can fund property development, renovation, and community infrastructure projects in rural areas. Administered by Local Action Groups (LAGs).
Varies
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