Grants
Well Water Grants
If your household relies on a private well, you may be eligible for a Well Grant to assist with the costs of well improvements, including drilling a new well, upgrading an existing one, or installing a treatment system. This grant aims to ensure your water supply is wholesome, clean, and sufficient for your domestic needs.
Eligibility Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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The water supply must be for a house that does not meet quality standards or has insufficient quantity to meet domestic needs.
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The house must be occupied by the applicant as their normal place of residence.
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The house must not be connected to, or reasonably able to connect to, Irish Water or a Group Water Scheme.
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The house must be fully constructed for more than seven years, and no grant for water supply improvements should have been received within the previous seven years
Please note that holiday homes, properties operated on a commercial basis, and properties owned by local authorities or housing associations are not eligible for this grant.
For detailed information and application forms, please visit the Meath County Council Grants Page.
If you need assistance with the application process or determining your eligibility, feel free to contact us.
This grant can assist with:
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Rehabilitation Works: Covering 85% of approved costs, up to a maximum of €3,000.
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Provision of a New Well: Covering 85% of approved costs, up to a maximum of €5,000, when deemed the most appropriate solution.
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Treatment Works: Covering 100% of necessary treatment costs to meet water quality standards, up to a maximum of €1,000.
Eligibility Criteria
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The water supply must be for a house that does not meet quality standards or has insufficient quantity to meet domestic needs.
-
The house must be occupied by the applicant as their normal place of residence.
-
The house must not be connected to, or reasonably able to connect to, Irish Water or a Group Water Scheme.
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The house must be fully constructed for more than seven years, and no grant for water supply improvements should have been received within the previous seven years
Please note that holiday homes, properties operated on a commercial basis, and properties owned by local authorities or housing associations are not eligible for this grant.
For detailed information and application forms, please visit the Meath County Council Grants Page.
If you need assistance with the application process or determining your eligibility, feel free to contact us.
This grant can assist with:
-
Rehabilitation Works: Covering 85% of approved costs, up to a maximum of €3,000.
-
Provision of a New Well: Covering 85% of approved costs, up to a maximum of €5,000, when deemed the most appropriate solution.
-
Treatment Works: Covering 100% of necessary treatment costs to meet water quality standards, up to a maximum of €1,000.
Step by Step
1. Accredited Water Testing
To apply for the grant, your water must be tested by an accredited laboratory. The lab must visit your home to collect the sample—self-sampled tests are not valid for grant approval.
2. Review Your Test Results
Once your test results are available, send them to us. We will review the findings and discuss the best treatment options to improve your water quality and ensure compliance with safety standards.
3. Obtain Three Quotations
To proceed with the grant, you must gather three separate quotations for the necessary work. We will provide you with a detailed quotation, but you will also need to request quotes from two other companies.
4. Submit Your Application to the Council
With years of experience in water treatment and analysis, we can help interpret your results and provide guidance on the best solutions for any water quality issues you may have.
5. Installation of Your Water Treatment System
Once your grant is approved, we will schedule and carry out the required works, whether it’s installing a filtration system, upgrading your well, or improving water safety.
6. Post-Installation Water Testing
After the installation, you must have your water retested—but only for the parameters that previously failed. This ensures the new system has resolved the water quality issues.
7. Payment & Invoice Submission
Once the new test confirms your water meets the required standards, you will pay for the completed works. We will provide you with an invoice and receipt for your records.
8. Claim Your Grant Refund
Send the invoice, receipt, and final water test results to the council. They will process your reimbursement, refunding the approved cost of the works.
