Monday 08 September 2008

Decent Homes

The decent homes grant is designed to improve the quality of housing in North Wiltshire.

Who is eligible?

This grant is for anyone who:-
  • owns their home or
  • is a tenant with responsibility for repairs
You also need to be:-
  • in receipt of a means tested benefit such as housing benefit, income support, pension credit or
  • if you are in receipt of a disability related benefit such as DLA then depending on your other finances you may be eligible

What does the grant cover?

A grant is available for:-
  • repairs to external wall, chimneys and roofs, windows and doors
  • re-wiring or electrical repairs
  • repairs to and replacement of central heating boilers
  • plumbing works
  • loft and cavity wall insulation
  • Warm Front top up grants for heating repairs

How do I apply?

For further information and to arrange an inspection, please contact the Private Sector Housing on 01249 706666