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Warm Homes Local Grant
Watford Borough Council has secured Warm Homes Local Grant funding with Three Rivers District Council, from the Government’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).
Who is involved?
In addition to Three Rivers District Council, we are working alongside the National Energy Foundation (the managing agent) to deliver grants to eligible residents.
What is the grant for?
The Warm Homes Local Grant scheme aims to help the country achieve its net-zero carbon goal, while also helping households save money on their energy bills and live in healthy, comfortable homes. This scheme offers eligible households fully funded energy efficiency improvements worth up to £30,000 per eligible home.
Energy efficiency measures funded by the Grant may include:
- wall, loft and underfloor insulation
- heating controls
- draught-proofing
- double or triple glazing
- solar photovoltaic panels
- heat pumps,
These measures will help your home use less energy and feel more comfortable.
Who is eligible for the funding?
Privately owned and privately rented households living in properties with EPC ratings of D, E, F or G, may be eligible for the Warm Homes Local Grant if they meet any of the three qualification routes below:
- Means-tested benefits: A member of the household is in receipt of a means-tested benefit:
- Housing Benefit
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Income Support
- Pension Credit (savings and guarantee)
- Universal Credit
- Household income: The household’s gross annual income is below £36,000 per year (inclusive of tax). The income of every adult member of the household counts towards the income threshold, except for those in full-time education.
Apply for funding to upgrade your home
If you think you may qualify for Warm Homes Local Grant funding, please contact the National Energy Foundation:
- By phone: 0800 107 0044 (free to call, weekdays 9am-5pm)
- By email (Please give your full name, address and phone number in your email to enable one of the National Energy Foundation advisors to contact you.)
- Apply online
Read out Frequently Asked Questions online.
Privacy Notice
Please find the Privacy Notice for the Warm Homes Local Grant scheme from the funding body (DESNZ) and from Watford Borough Council.
