Grants for Homeowners in Cumbria

If you’re building a new home or renovating your existing home in Cumbria there are several national and local grants and schemes that could help  help with costs.

In this article we cover:

• Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Grant: Who is eligible and how much?
• Financial support and grants for homeowners building or renovating in Cumbria
• Great British Insulation Scheme: cuts energy bills for eligible homes
• Warm Homes: Local Grant: energy-saving upgrades for mains gas and off-gas home
• Boiler Upgrade Scheme: help with heat pumps and biomass boiler costs

Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Grant

• Cumberland Council is using some of its self-build funding to support individuals Part 1 of its self-build and custom housebuilding register.
• You can apply for a grant of up to £2,000 to help cover planning application and building control fees.
• To qualify, you must be on Part 1 of the register and agree to use the council’s planning and building control services.
• The council may also award retrospective grants if:
• You’d now qualify for Part 1 of the register
• You’ve used the council’s services for planning or building control
• Your planning permission was granted on or after 17 October 2018 when the scheme began
• For more information: Cumberland Council – Self-build and Custom Housebuilding

Warm Homes: Local Grant

• Provides free energy saving upgrades for low income, mains gas or off grid households.
• Energy performance upgrades: up to £15,000 for insulation, draughtproofing, double/triple glazing, solar PV and battery storage – aiming to reach EPC Band C.
• Low carbon heating: up to £15,000 for air or ground source heat pumps, particularly for off grid homes using oil or coal.
• Check your eligibility and apply: Gov.UK Warm Homes: Local Grant

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

• Aims to help property owners in England and Wales switch from fossil fuel heating to low-carbon alternatives.
• Grant amounts vary depending on the type of low-carbon heating system you install.
• To qualify, you must own the property — this includes both homeowners and self-builders.
• Your property needs a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) that’s less than 10 years old.
• The grant isn’t available for hybrid systems or if you’re replacing an existing low-carbon heating system.
• The scheme runs on a first-come, first-served basis and is open until 31 December 2027.
• For more information visit Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)

• Offers support for insulation and heating upgrades, including boiler and radiator replacements.
• Eligibility: households with income below £31,000, health conditions, or EPC ratings of D–G.
• More information: Cumberland Council – Warm Home Grants

Disabled Facilities Grant

• Provides financial assistance up to £30,000 for essential adaptations to help residents live independently.
• Eligibility: homeowners or tenants requiring adaptations like stairlifts, level access showers, or ramps.
• More information: Carlisle City Council – Adaptation and Housing Grants

Affordable Housing Grants

• Supports housing associations and community land trusts in developing affordable housing projects.
• Eligibility: organisations addressing local housing needs with projects demonstrating good value for money.
• More information: South Lakeland Council – Affordable Housing Grants

For the most current information and to explore additional funding opportunities, visit the Cumberland Council Housing Grants page. Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and other grants may be available based on specific circumstances.

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