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Disabled Facilities Grant

Local councils (England)

Description

Helps fund home adaptations such as ramps, stairlifts, and wet rooms for a disabled occupant, worth up to £30,000 in England. It's means-tested and administered by your local council, usually following an assessment by an occupational therapist to confirm what adaptations are actually needed. Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each run their own separate, differently-capped equivalent schemes.

Amount

Up to £30,000 (England)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: England.
  • Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.
Notes
Scotland (Scheme of Assistance), Wales (via Care & Repair), and Northern Ireland (NI Housing Executive) operate separate devolved equivalents with different caps.

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How to apply

Apply through your local council's home improvement/adaptations team, usually via an occupational therapist assessment.

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Last verified: 1 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.