Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 March 2018
624. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the various works for which eligible persons are entitled to receive grant aid from their local authority under the housing aid for older people scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13800/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Housing Aid for Older People Scheme provides grants of up to €8,000 to assist older people living in poor housing conditions to have necessary repairs or improvements carried out. Grant eligible works include structural repairs or improvements, re-wiring, drylining, repairs to/replacement of some/all windows and doors, provision of central heating, water and sanitary services, contract-cleaning, painting, radon remediation and any other repair or improvement works which are considered reasonably necessary to make the property habitable for the person.
