Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 January 2010
59 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if funding is available for the restoration and upkeep of thatched cottages in our communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47036/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder my Department's renewal or repair of thatch roofs of a house grant scheme, a grant up to €3,810, or two thirds of the approved cost, whichever is the lesser, may be payable in respect of necessary works to renew or repair the thatched roofs of houses. A higher grant of up to €5,714 may be payable where the house is situated on certain specified islands off the west and south coasts. In the case of medical card holders, a grant of up to €6,350, or up to 80% of the approved cost, may be payable in respect of houses situated on the mainland, rising to €8,252 where the house is situated on a specified off-shore island.
Eligibility under the grant scheme is contingent on the house being occupied as a normal place of residence on completion of the approved works.
