Building & Renovation Grants in 2026

What Homeowners in Ireland Can Claim

If you’re planning a home renovation, extension, energy upgrade, or accessibility improvement in 2026, there’s good news — there are more grants available than ever before for Irish homeowners.

From SEAI energy upgrades to vacant property refurbishment grants, disability adaptation funding, and support for older homeowners, these grants can significantly reduce the cost of improving your home.

On this page, we’ve pulled together all the main building and renovation grants available in Ireland in 2026, with links to our detailed guides so you can explore each one further.

Housing Renovation Grants for Older People in Ireland

If you or a family member is over 66, there are grants available to help make homes safer, warmer, and easier to live in. These supports are ideal for upgrading bathrooms, improving accessibility, fixing structural issues, or carrying out general improvements.

These grants are typically administered through your local authority and are means-tested, with funding available for:

Bathroom upgrades and accessible showers
Stairlifts and mobility improvements
Heating system upgrades
Structural repairs
Insulation and energy improvements
General home safety upgrades

For many homeowners, this funding can cover a significant portion of renovation costs, especially when combined with SEAI energy grants.

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New Window & Door Grants for Irish Homeowners

What the €5,600 Retrofit Support Really Means for You

Replacing windows and doors is one of the most common energy upgrades — and in 2026, homeowners can claim substantial funding through SEAI retrofit supports.

These grants help cover:

New A-rated windows
Energy-efficient external doors
Improved insulation performance
Reduced heating costs
Better BER ratings

In some cases, homeowners can access up to €5,600 when part of a wider energy upgrade.

This is particularly useful if you’re:

Renovating an older home
Improving insulation
Planning a deep retrofit
Upgrading before selling
Reducing energy bills

Vacant Home Grants & Individual Upgrade Grants

If you’re renovating a vacant or derelict property, you may qualify for one of the largest grants currently available in Ireland.

These supports can include:

Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Derelict Property Top-Up Grant
Energy upgrade grants
Structural repair funding
Insulation and heating upgrades

In some cases, homeowners can access up to €70,000 when combining grants.

This funding is ideal for:

Buying a vacant home
Renovating inherited properties
Converting older houses
Full refurbishments
Bringing unused homes back into use

Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability

There are multiple grants that can be combined when planning a renovation project. This guide explains how different supports work together and how to maximise what you can claim.

This includes: