Housing Aid for Older People
The Scheme of Housing Aid for Older People is available to assist older people living in poor housing conditions to have necessary repairs or improvements carried out. The types of works grant aided under the Scheme include structural repairs or improvements, re-wiring, repairs to/replacement of windows and doors, the provision of heating, water and sanitary services, cleaning, painting and drylining.
Conditions of Scheme
Types of Housing Grants under the Housing Aid for Older People Scheme may be paid, where appropriate, in respect of works carried out to: Owner occupied housing; and Houses being purchased from a local authority under the tenant purchase scheme. Who can apply? Applicants should be 66 years of age (or over) and should be living on their own or with a spouse or with another person 66 years of age (or over). However, in certain circumstances and at the discretion of the Local Authority, a lower age limit may apply.
- Purpose of Grant
- The Scheme of Housing Aid for Older People is available to assist older people living in poor housing conditions to have necessary repairs or improvements carried out. The types of works grant aided under the scheme include re-roofing, re-wiring, and the provision of central heating (where none exists).
Level of Grant
The level of grant aid available shall be determined on the basis of gross household income and the approved cost of the works as assessed by Kerry County Council. The table below sets out the level of grant available based on an assessment of household income.
| Gross maximum Household income p.a | % of costs | Maximum Grant available |
| Up to €30,000 | 95% | €8,000 |
| €30,001 – €35,000 | 85% | €6,800 |
| €35,001 – €40,000 | 75% | €6,000 |
| €40,001 – €50,000 | 50% | €4,000 |
| €50,001 – €60,000 | 30% | €2,400 |