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Getting Financial Assistance for Home Repairs

By: Jennifer Lowe - Updated: 14 Feb 2024 | comments*Discuss
 
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If you live in, or have recently bought, a listed building and wish to renovate it, you could be entitled to some financial assistance.The Historic Buildings Repair Grant was created to provide financial assistance for those who wish to renovate a building that is recognised as being part of the regions cultural or architectural history.

The reason the grant was first made available is because the costs involved in renovating historic buildings is substantially more than it is for a normal house. This is a result of having to use certain materials and employ workers that have specific skills and adopt certain techniques.

Who is Eligible For The Grant?

Firstly, lets take a look at the eligibility criteria for the repairs grant. Buildings that are deemed to be eligible must be listed on the Register of Buildings of Historic, Architectural or Archaeological interest.

If your property is listed then you can begin the application process. The first thing to do would be to prepare a list of the work you would like to carry out. The most important thing to remember here is that the more details you give the better equipped the board are when allocating the funds. If you think it is necessary to provide estimates or quotations from professionals, then do so, and in some cases it may also be useful to provide drawings or detailed specs.

Now, alterations to the property are not eligible for this funding. However, if you are making alterations alongside repairs that fall under the repairs grant remit then you are required to provide a drawing showing how the original building change or look like.

Before being awarded the funding, it is necessary that you apply for – and receive – consent or permission from the authorities if it is required.

What Work Is Covered?

So what kind of work is eligible? Well, the scheme was introduced to help with the costs of restoring or repairing the original features that contribute to the character of the building. This might include original roofs, chimneys or dormer windows.

Work that is not eligible for financial aid include minor maintenance or decoration, alterations, plumbing or electrics, or any repairs that form a modest part of a larger conversion project.

The Final Decision

There are a number of things taken into account when the decision is being made for awarding funding to applicants.Firstly, the building will be assessed as to its prominence and its overall importance to the region along with the architectural and historical value it may have.Other things may include the urgency of the work, the availability of funds and the significance of the work.

The funds available through the Historic Buildings Repairs Grant are limited so the maximum amount that can be received by any applicant is 40 per cent of the overall cost of the work that is to be carried out – up to a total of £10,000.It is important that you apply for the grant before you undertake any work on the building, if you start before this then your application could be refused.

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Owner of Grade II listed building. Building consists of a shop (commercial) on ground floor. First and second floor is residential. What is the grant availability for repairs or possible like for like replacement of single glazed heritage windows? Windows wood are rotting. We also would like to install secondary glazing for heat loss prevention. Thank you
Mapo - 14-Feb-24 @ 10:33 PM
I live in a grade 2 listed building. An external retaining masonry wall(200 years old) is in danger of collapsing on to a main road and the council have asked us to repair/rebuild it. Is there a grant available? Thank you
daveblin - 6-Nov-23 @ 4:17 PM
Grade two listed 4 bedroom house in need of all sash windows repairing and the porch. In their chance of financial grants. Thanks
Shaun - 17-Oct-23 @ 10:43 AM
Hi I have had two strokes my wife has left me . She left to nurse our sick daughter who had had two heart surgeries and bowel surgery and says she is staying there . Down to My health and my prostate problems no libido for many years .We spent £80.000 repairing this house and still owe over £10.000 to our son . Our wood floor has blown mainly in the lounge but bits in other areas to . I wish to apply for help to repair this floor It is now in a dangerous condition and is affecting my health and as I am unsteady on my feet being 70 and disabled after stroke Along with other health issues badly need this help . I simply can’t afford it and have our son to pay back first as well . The builder we used has vanished heard he is now living in Spain owing to cost of living here . Please can you help me thank you Howard Williams 11 Benbow Close SKetty Swansea SA28LH
Niblo - 11-Oct-23 @ 8:46 AM
Hello I have a grade 2 listed house that is in desperate need of windows windows and a door as it’s rotting and full of condensation. Is there any financial support we can receive to support with this anywhere? Thanks
Cath - 12-Aug-23 @ 11:03 PM
I have a grade 2 listed property, a crack has appeared in the chimney which is advised needs repair if I'm going to use the fire that it serviced. Obviously to keep the house in good order it needs to be kept warm so I'll need to have a fire in the winter and with the increase in fuel prices an open fire is the only choice. Would I be able to Apple for a grant for this.
Jules - 11-Jun-23 @ 8:05 PM
Hello, we have a grade II listed building and would like to replace the windows. They are falling apart, let heat out and have lots of condensation. Is there a grant that can help with this please? We would be unable to fund this alone.
Amelia - 16-May-23 @ 10:13 PM
My property is an old victorian Police Station, which was originally 'B' Listed, then Grade II listed.It is now certified as 'A property of Historical Town Interest'.Unfortunately, what I thought was going to be a job to replace old broken and slipped slates, after the two most recent storms, I have ended up with a whole new roof having to be installed. As this was an emergency situation, the work had to go ahead immediately.My local council and my Insurance Company have been informed and Inspectors from both Departments have checked the work and been happy with what has been done.My query is this, am I eligible for any hellp towards the cost of this work, as I am on a basic state pension with limited funds.
vagabond - 12-Apr-23 @ 1:27 PM
Hi, Our grade 2 listed flat from about 1740AD in the middle of a notably Georgian town centre has a main beam and roof failure. The last repair job on the beam has Victorian rivets. I hope to get our lovely property on the Register of Buildings of Historic, Architectural or Archaeological interest in order to apply for the grant since our freeholder has decided that we are responsible for the repair, despite their renting out the ground-floor retail area quite independently of our dwelling on the first and second floors. Thanks for the article! Here's hoping! Sam.
Sam - 22-Mar-23 @ 11:05 PM
A farmer friend of mine owns Grade 2 buildings, the main house and one of the barns.Both beautiful buildings with Stone Tile roofs.The Barn roof is in a terrible state of repair, probably not touched for decades, certainly before he inherited the building.It is a great shame but I understand his predicament, the guy has no money, earns very little and has no intention of selling this farm, it has been in the family for generations.His neighbours very nice home which for some reason was built adjoining the barn (probably because it looked nice at the time) are understandably upset with the fact it is falling to pieces and are threatening legal action.I've not seen the letter, so cannot provide any details.He has said he will attempt to fix it, but I know his type of 'fix' and it will not be to the satisfaction of his neighbours nor Historic England.But with no money and no resources, he'll do what he can.I'd like to offer him some advice before this turns into a mess.Any advice is much appreciated, thanks.
Si - 7-Oct-22 @ 3:59 PM
A farmer friend of mine owns Grade 2 buildings, the main house and one of the barns.Both beautiful buildings with Stone Tile roofs.The Barn roof is in a terrible state of repair, probably not touched for decades, certainly before he inherited the building.It is a great shame but I understand his predicament, the guy has no money, earns very little and has no intention of selling this farm, it has been in the family for generations.His neighbours very nice home which for some reason was built adjoining the barn (probably because it looked nice at the time) are understandably upset with the fact it is falling to pieces and are threatening legal action.I've not seen the letter, so cannot provide any details.He has said he will attempt to fix it, but I know his type of 'fix' and it will not be to the satisfaction of his neighbours nor Historic England.But with no money and no resources, he'll do what he can.I'd like to offer him some advice before this turns into a mess.Any advice is much appreciated, thanks.
Si - 5-Oct-22 @ 1:27 PM
I have a grade 11* listed property.It needs some urgent repair to the roof, windows and the most terrifying thing for me is that at the side of the house there is a branch growing out of the brickwork.This in particular frightens me to death and I need to know what to do and if I can get some financial help.
Mivvi - 7-Sep-22 @ 9:48 AM
Hi I have a grade 2 listed 3 bed house which is in need of some new window frames which I cannot financially afford. Would I be able to get some funds to help? Many thanks
Cat - 17-May-22 @ 4:08 PM
I live in a Grade II listed house and my windows are in desperate need of repair /replacement. Does anyone know how I can get help with this in the Bedfordshire area please?
Charlotte - 26-Sep-21 @ 2:29 PM
I have a grade 2 listed house in handsworth and the windows are in of urgent replacement does anyone know of any grants available to help
Ash - 21-Jun-21 @ 12:36 PM
I have a Grade II listed building that needs to be rethatched. As a wedding caterer I have been severely impacted by COVID restrictions and am on UC - is there a grant I can apply for to make sure roof does not leak and cause more damage.The thatcher tells me it is beyond saving at this time.
TC - 17-Jun-21 @ 11:17 AM
We have a grade ii listed barn that will need the thatch ridge replacing in two years time, are we elegable for grant funding towards this renovation
Charlie - 27-Mar-21 @ 9:54 PM
I have a grade 2 listed house in Surrey and the windows are in of urgent replacement does anyone know of any grants available to help
Toby - 2-Mar-21 @ 7:55 PM
Hi there, I’ve just purchased a grade II listed building - we’ve been the owner for 6 days and the garden wall has collapsed overnight. This is listed and now needs repair - please can you tell me if we are entitled to funding to help rebuild the wall? We had no sight of this prior to purchase. Any help much appreciated. Thanks
Tish - 18-Feb-21 @ 2:23 PM
Hello I would like to purchase a grade II listed house. However, there is wood beetle infestation and damp in some of the rooms. Does anyone know if we would be entitled to a grant to aid these repairs?
Polly Day - 13-Jan-21 @ 11:36 AM
I live in my husbands homeplace which is a listedbuilding. It is freezing and smells damp we did get it damp proofed but it was a poor job. It costing a fortune to heat 3 floors!I am wondering would we be entitled to financial help to insulate the property?
CC - 2-Jan-21 @ 12:06 AM
My parter has been left listed 11* building from her dad but needs lot of work and shes run out of moneyto do all the repairs I wounded if you can help . Regards M harris 07557020385
Dripin - 3-Nov-20 @ 11:50 AM
Hi I have my mortgage house built in 1901.i have two young children one with special need I have a leak in my roof and have leak from upstairs bathroom to kitchen and kitchen falling a parts Did contact the council and no help at all Any help can I get?
Shanu - 12-Oct-20 @ 6:30 PM
Hi am wondering if there is any grants out there to help me I own 4 histic flats (over 150yrs old) and I need to get a some new windows as the outside siles are rotten and cracking away, and get some rewiring done as well, can you point me in the right direction to get any help with grants to get theses done please.
Ben - 11-Oct-20 @ 5:18 AM
I live in a grade 2 listed cottage and there is a conservatory made of brick and glass on the end, which is documented with the council. All the wooden framed windows in the conservatory are rotten and this part of the building is in urgent need of repair. Although this part of the building is not part of the original cottage, there is also a need to replace several other windows which are part of the original buildingSome of the beams are in need of restoration or replacement and there may be a need to reinforce part of the building with additional beams. I have some savings but I will never be able to afford also this work without help. What can I do?
Wen D - 8-Sep-20 @ 4:19 AM
Hi I've always tired to Keep my home in a good condition however I really do need help with my kitchen the kitchen units especially the sink area is rotten and I'm also experiencing serious damp problems and under the sink is leaking. Is there any assistance i can receive to have a new kitchen ? Please advise
N/A - 8-Sep-20 @ 12:11 AM
I just purchased a historic home which is built in 1910 in the historic district of Columbus Georgia I want to restore it to its original appearance and I need help doing that I would appreciate if you would consider me for a grant to do this.
Michelle - 26-Aug-20 @ 4:39 AM
My mother lives in Gary Indiana, the house is almost 85 years old. In very bad shape.. leaking roof, broke windows, plumbing problem.. the list is long.. Main issue is the roof needs to be replaced and we can't afford it.. they are asking for 25,000.00 .my mom lives on social security that's it.Ww have to help her with other needs, food, utilities etc.. we can't afford a roof..I have tried the city of Gary for help but They are not taking applications.. I'm stock, this winter it's going to be terrible with a roof in horrible condition. Help
Wilda - 19-Jul-20 @ 1:27 PM
Hi I live in a grade 2 listed pub. The previous owner stopped some of the windows for upvc I want to replace these and some other windowscost circa 25k. Any help avalible
Jon - 10-Jul-20 @ 3:20 PM
I live in a c listed house in ayr I need roof and chimney repairs Is there a grant available for this Cost is £1000
Tails - 11-Mar-20 @ 4:17 PM
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