Government’s ‘Home Upgrade Grant’ is available to Rossendale residents

Home Upgrade Grants are now available via ‘Cosy Homes in Lancashire’ (CHiL) the Affordable Warmth Initiative established by the 15 Local Authorities in Lancashire. The aim of the scheme is to reduce fuel poverty and reach net zero ambitions.  

Qualifying owner-occupiers in Rossendale Council can access this energy-efficiency grant scheme which is worth up to £25,000 per property. 

‘CHiL’ can help qualifying owner-occupiers access the grant which covers the cost of installing recommended energy-efficiency measures free of charge to improve the thermal comfort of your home and ensure it is winter-ready. 

Councillor Steve Hughes lead member for Housing and Customer Services at Rossendale Council said: “We’re really encouraging all residents who are struggling to heat their homes in winter to get in touch and find out if they’re eligible. It takes minutes and costs them nothing.” 

“Properties eligible for the grant are those with a low Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D,E,F or G which currently do not benefit from gas central heating” 

“Eligible households will have a combined income of no more than £30,000. Anyone in receipt of benefits is likely to qualify but long term health conditions may also be taken into account when assessing eligibility.” 

“If the property meets the criteria then the household must also be eligible to access the grant. Our friendly, helpful team at CHiL can quickly assess someone’s eligibility with a short phone call.” 

The grant scheme is also available to Private Landlords, albeit the maximum grant available is £5,000 per property and a contribution from the landlord will be required. 

Cllr Hughes added: “Residents need to hurry though. The scheme closes in March 2023 so I’m urging people to find out today if they’re eligible to claim by calling our friendly advisors at CHiL on (local rate) 03306 061 488 or by visiting our website – www.chil.uk.com