Turn an older vacant or derelict building into your dream home or rental property. Get up to €70,000 (or €110,000 for commercial conversions) towards renovation costs.
| Property Type | Maximum Grant | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Vacant Property | €50,000 | Property vacant 2+ years |
| Derelict Property (Top-up) | €70,000 | Includes derelict top-up |
| Commercial Conversion (2 units) | €70,000–€90,000 | Former commercial/public building |
| Commercial Conversion (3+ units) | €90,000–€110,000 | Maximum for derelict 3+ units |
| Off-shore Islands | €60,000–€84,000 | 20% higher limits |
*Grant is inclusive of VAT. Derelict top-up requires property to be on Derelict Sites Register or a professional report.
The grant covers a wide range of works. Below are the categories most relevant to our services, with maximum grant amounts (based on a standard 2-storey, 3-bed semi):
Covers: Internal completions
Covers: Painting and decorating
Covers: Internal completions (doors, frames, architraves)
Covers: Services (plumbing, heating)
Covers: Roof completions / Roof finishes
Covers: Various internal/external works
Covers: External completions
Covers: Necessary work on land around home
*Maximum amounts for substructure, superstructure, demolition, services (full plumbing/heating) up to €50,000 (vacant) or €70,000 (derelict).
We provide the skilled trades that turn a renovated shell into a beautiful, finished home – all covered by the grant's internal/external completion categories.
📞 Get a quote for your grant-approved works
Call: 086 340 0163
Also check the separate Vacant Above the Shop Grant and Conservation Advice Grant (up to €5,000) for traditional houses.