How much is the Housing Adaptation Grant?

Up to €40,000. It pays all of the cost for household incomes up to €37,500, then 85%, 75%, 50% and 30% as income rises to €75,000. Above that there's no grant.

Which grant is for a stairlift?

The Mobility Aids Grant pays for stairlifts, grab rails, ramps and accessible showers, up to €8,000, if household income is under €37,500. Above that, the Housing Adaptation Grant can.

Can I get the VAT back?

The Housing Adaptation Grant and Mobility Aids Grant don't pay VAT. Revenue refunds the VAT on aids like stairlifts and hoists, except any VAT a grant paid.

I rent from the council. Can I get one?

No, but your council has a Disabled Person's Grant to adapt council homes. Ask its housing section.

Carers and disability

Grants to adapt your home: stairlift, shower, ramp or repairs

The council grants for a stairlift, an accessible shower, a ramp, an extension or repairs: which one fits, and how much it could pay.

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Common questions

How much is the Housing Adaptation Grant?: Up to €40,000. It pays all of the cost for household incomes up to €37,500, then 85%, 75%, 50% and 30% as income rises to €75,000. Above that there's no grant.
Which grant is for a stairlift?: The Mobility Aids Grant pays for stairlifts, grab rails, ramps and accessible showers, up to €8,000, if household income is under €37,500. Above that, the Housing Adaptation Grant can.
Can I get the VAT back?: The Housing Adaptation Grant and Mobility Aids Grant don't pay VAT. Revenue refunds the VAT on aids like stairlifts and hoists, except any VAT a grant paid.
I rent from the council. Can I get one?: No, but your council has a Disabled Person's Grant to adapt council homes. Ask its housing section.

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