The 2009 Reps 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme is open for applications
Also available to download on www.heritagecouncil.ie
The grant is available for the conservation of the external appearance of farm outbuildings, including roof, walls, window and door repairs. Conservation works to associated structures such as historic yard surfaces, walls, gate pillars and gates will be considered if they are part of the overall project to repair an outbuilding. This grant scheme does not cover works to the interior of buildings. Farmhouses, residential or domestic buildings are not eligible for funding.
- REPS 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Application Form (pdf 882kb)
- REPS 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Information Booklet (pdf 1MB)
Who can apply for this grant scheme:
A farmer who has a REPS 4 contract with the Department of Agriculture and
The owner of the building for which funding is sought or applicant is acting with the permission of the owner and
The building applied for is in agricultural use
The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm Friday 3rd April 2009.
The process is competitive and a grant award will not be for more than 75% of the cost of the works with a maximum grant of €25,000.
Applications made by fax or email to the Heritage Council will not be accepted
The Heritage Council will inform all applicants of the outcome of their application in writing in mid-June 2009.
Successful applicants will have until 30th June 2010 to complete project works.
If you have any queries regarding the scheme please contact Anne Meenan:
Anna Meenan
Project Manager
REPS 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grants Scheme
The Heritage Council
Church Lane
Kilkenny
Tel: 056 7770777
