Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 March 2022
152. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if a review of the management and criteria of the housing adaptation grants will be undertaken with a view to ensuring a greater uptake in the programme from those in the construction industry to carry out the works in view of reducing applications for grants for older persons and persons with a disability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12052/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department provides funding to local authorities under the suite of Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability, to assist people in private houses to make their accommodation more suitable for their needs. Housing for All commits to undertaking a review of the range of housing grants available to assist with meeting specific housing needs both for our ageing population and people with a disability. This review is being undertaken this year.
Grant applicants should engage with their respective local authority for any assistance that can be provided by the local authority regarding sourcing building contractors.
