Housing Renewal

Frequently Asked Questions for this Service

Question: Can I get a grant for repairs to my property?

Answer: There is a small budget available for this financial year (2015). Grants may be available to carry out minor repairs to owner-occupied and rented properties where the eligibility criteria is met. Owner occupiers must have lived in property for 2 years to be eligible and it is a means tested grant. Discretionary disabled adaptations may also be eligible under this grant. Please provide details to the Housing Renewal Section on 823040 in order to be added to the waiting list and obtain an information sheet.

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Question: Can I get any additional financial help with keeping warm in winter?

Answer: Housing Renewal has grants available for heating, windows and doors, these are specifically for owner occupiers (min 2yrs) aged 60 years and over or have children in occupation. Please contact Housing Renewal.
Customers should consider calling the Winter Fuel Payments Helpline - 08459 151515.
You can get independent advice regarding Energy Conservation from the Energy Saving Trust Advice Centre. Their webpage is www.energysavingadvice.co.uk Their freephone number 0800 512012 . Or contact the Footprint Trust based in Newport on 01983 822282. Alternatively a search on the internet reveals many independent and sponsored sites that can give free or charged advice. Local contractors may be able to give bespoke advice, but you may be charged and they may also only be able to advise on specific products that they deal with.

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Question: Can I get a loan for repairs, improvements, or renewable energy systems to my property?

Answer: The Isle of Wight Council does not operate a loan scheme, and advises you seek information and numerous loan quotes from a variety of providers to ensure you are getting best value and advice.

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Question: Can I get a grant for home insulation?

Answer: Customers are advised to contact one of the approved external providers operating an eligible ECO scheme, or contact your gas or electricity supplier directly.
Please review the weblink provided to obtain the most up to date information on providers and companies who can assist. - Related Link

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Question: Can I get a grant for loft insulation / cavity wall insulation / central heating?