Bring an empty building back

Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant check

Check the 2026 route for a single home, an entire former commercial/public building, or vacant space above a shop.

Council where the property is locatedApplication routeEstimated eligible works including VAT (€)

I am applying as a named individual, not a registered companyI can prove ownership or active negotiations to buyThe building has been vacant for at least two yearsThe building was built before 2008The finished property will be my permanent home or made available to rentThe property is structurally unsound/dangerous or on the Derelict Sites Register

Indicative grant: €0

Maximum for the selected route: €50,000

Applicant is a named individual rather than a registered company
Ownership or active purchase negotiations can be evidenced
Property has been vacant for at least two years at application
Property was built before 2008
It will become a permanent home or be made available to rent
Single-dwelling form is the correct route
Derelict status has the required evidence

Apply before relying on the funding

Wexford County Council must inspect and approve the application and reasonable costs. Quotations and proof of vacancy are required. Planning, building-control, tax-clearance, rental and grant charge/clawback conditions may apply. Use the form matching the selected route.

Official 2026 scheme and forms Wexford County Council housing contact