Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 July 2023
95. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will outline the financial support to replace lead pipes in homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32915/23]
View answerI can confirm that my Department provides financial support to replace leas pipes in homes. The Domestic Lead Remediation Grant Scheme is a demand-led grant scheme to assist with the cost of replacing lead piping or related fittings located within the internal drinking water distribution system of the house.
In December 2022, my Department made some amendments to the eligibility criteria of the grant including the removal of a means test requirement and increasing the funding value available to a maximum of €5,000.
Full terms and conditions and an application form for this grant is available at the following link: www.gov.ie/leadpipes/.
I can also confirm that my Department is currently running a nationwide media campaign to promote greater awareness of the improved grant and to encourage households to replace old lead pipes.
