Home improvement grants

Summary

There are a number of grants and loans which can help people improve their homes, these include the Safe & Warm Grant, the Decent Homes Loan, the Disabled Facilities Grant and the Gaining Independence Grant.

Further information

The Safe & Warm Grant

The Safe & Warm grant is for homeowners and tenants who are on means tested benefits. The grant is for up to £3,000, and when the grant funded works are complete the property should reach the Decent Homes Standard.

Decent Homes Loan

For more substantial works, our Decent Homes Loan of up to £25,000 may be more appropriate.

The Disabled Facilities Grant

The Disabled Facilities Grant, of up to £30,000, is designed to help people with a disability to make necessary changes to their homes.

What the grant can be used for

  • Adequate access into and around your home;
  • Suitable washing and toilet facilities;
  • Facilities for preparation of food;
  • A suitable room to sleep in;
  • Adequate heating facilities;
  • Adequate safety.

The Gaining Independence Grant

People who require adaptations to their home can apply for this new grant, which will achieve the same outcome but is much simpler and quicker than the Disabled Facility Grant, if they are receiving a means tested benefit and the cost of the recommended works is less than £8000.

How to apply

To apply for any of these schemes, or for more information, get in touch with us - our contact details are at the foot of this page.

Also take a look at our Care & Repair Service, which helps people over the age of 65 who want to remain independent and continue to live in their own home.

External links

Department of Communities & Local Government (DCLG): Disabled Facilities Grant
The Government's guide to the Disabled Facilities Grant can be download from this page.


About links to other websites.

Contact us

contact officer/team: Housing Standards Team
web: online enquiry form
email: hrenewal@s-norfolk.gov.uk
telephone: 01508 533705
minicom/textphone: 01508 533622
address: South Norfolk Council
South Norfolk House
Swan Lane
Long Stratton
Norwich NR15 2XE

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Last updated on: 08 February 2012