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Potential applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered for grant aid towards the cost of repairs to the empty home, subject to the following conditions:

• Grant limit is set at £25,000 cost of works (ancillary fees added on top). 
• Energy efficiency improvements will be a requirement as part of the works undertaken on the property.
• Homeowner applicants are required to make a mandatory contribution of 15% of the total cost of eligible works up to £25,000 (capped at £3,750). The mandatory contribution will be waived for applicants in financial hardship.
• Grant aid will only be awarded for eligible work identified by the Local Authority’s surveyor. All works identified by the surveyor will need to be completed to ensure all hazards are removed from the property. Only essential repair works required to make the home safe, secure and free from any category 1 hazards will be considered.
• Not all applicants will receive the maximum grant award. No grant assistance will be awarded where the total assessed work is under £1,000.
• The completion of all eligible work is a requirement to grant payment being released. If the cost of eligible works exceeds the £25,000 grant maximum, you would be responsible to finance the excess cost. You should ensure that you have the finance available to complete the eligible works.
• Any work completed prior to the survey and grant approval will not be eligible for grant aid.
• Repayment of the grant aid awarded is required if the home is sold, or not occupied as intended during the 5-year grant condition period.
• It is a requirement that a full Legal Charge be registered against the property title at the Land Registry in favour of the Local Authority. Please note, there may be need for applicants who have changed their name to provide additional evidence to support applications.
• Grant payment will only be released on certification of works to the satisfaction of the Local Authority AND once the Legal Charge is placed