Housing Adaptation Grant Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 May 2014

Thursday, 1 May 2014

Questions (131)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

131. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the extent to which the housing adaptation grant requirements in respect of older persons or persons with specific health needs continue to be met by the various local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19889/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government

On 16 January 2014 I announced details of the capital allocations under the suite of Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability . Funding was increased in 2014 to €38.4 million and every local authority received increased funding for grants compared to 2013. So far, some €3 million of the 2014 provision has been drawn down by local authorities.

Over 7,000 households benefitted under the grant schemes in 201 3 and it is estimated that with the increased funding this year, around 7,800 households will be assisted.