Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 January 2023
469. Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if a person who has previously built a principal private residence but subsequently experienced marital breakdown is eligible for the vacant property refurbishment grant Croí Cónaithe towns fund; if they qualify under the fresh start principle; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63304/22]
View answerA range of individuals or households are eligible to avail of the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, including applicants who qualify under the ‘Fresh Start’ principle. This includes previous homeowners who have experienced divorce or separation, or insolvency or bankruptcy, and who no longer have a legal interest in the previous home.
Applicants should contact the Vacant Homes Officer in their local authority to discuss their application along with what supporting documentation is needed. A full list of Vacant Homes Officers and their contact details can be found on the following link: www.gov.ie/en/publication/f59b3-vacant-homes-officer-contacts/
Further information on the grant can also be found on my Department's website at: www.gov.ie/en/service/f8f1b-vacant-property-refurbishment-grant/
