Disabled Facilities Grants are for essential adaptations that are recommended by an Occupational Therapist to help a disabled resident live independently at home.

Owner occupiers, private and public tenants and landlords can all apply for a Disabled Facilities Grant.

Every applicant is means tested and the maximum grant given is £25,000.

To apply for the grant we will need to visit your home and write a list of works that can be paid for by the grant. You will need to get two estimates for these works, fill in an application form and provide proof that you own your home or that your landlord gives their permission.

No work must start before your grant application has been approved. We cannot pay for work that has already been started. Once the work is complete, or when your contractor needs paying we will visit your home again and check the work has been done.

Payments are made to you or the contractor if you prefer. 

If you require help with your application and you are elderly or disabled then Care & Repair may be able to assist. They can act as your representative and handle the grant application on your behalf. They can be contacted on 01761 413030. 

For further information, or to make a grant enquiry please contact Housing Services, Housing Improvement Team, PO Box 3343, Bath, BA1 2ZH. Telephone: 01225 396216

In some circumstances we may be able to consider applications that fall outside of our policy. Please contact us if you feel this applies to you.