If you’re a homeowner in Hampshire, looking to build a new house or renovate your existing home, several grants can help fund your project. These grants aim to improve energy efficiency, support vulnerable residents, and enhance living conditions.
In this article we cover:
- Financial support and grants for homeowners building or renovating in Hampshire
- Great British Insulation Scheme: cuts energy bills for eligible homes
- Warm Homes: Local Grant: energy-saving upgrades for mains gas and off-gas home
- Hampshire county council grants for vulnerable residents and energy upgrades
Below is a summary of available grants:
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 via the GOV.UK Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme
Great British Insulation Scheme
- Offers insulation upgrades for homes in Council Tax bands A–E.
- Eligibility: properties with EPC ratings of D or lower.
- More information: Hampshire County Council.
Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG):
- Provides up to £30,000 for essential adaptations to enable disabled individuals to live more comfortably.
- Covers modifications such as installing stairlifts, widening doorways, or adapting bathrooms.
- Administered by local district or borough councils.
- Requires an assessment by an Occupational Therapist.
- More information: Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) – Family Information and Services Hub
Other Sources of Funding and Advice:
- Various grants supporting digital inclusion, innovation, and community engagement. Hampshire County Council
- Includes funds like the Cityfibre Community Fund and VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme.
- Aims to address key digital challenges and enhance energy efficiency.
- Further details: Other sources of funding and advice – Hampshire County Council
Please note that the grants listed above are not exhaustive, and eligibility criteria may apply. It’s advisable to contact the relevant authorities or organisations to discuss your specific circumstances and funding options.