Historic Structures Fund Grant

Laois County Council may provide financial support to owners of historic structures and buildings to conserve and improve them for the benefit of communities and the public.

The closing date for this grant is 17th January 2025

Who can I apply?

The HSF is open to structures including Protected Structures, Proposed Protected Structures or Structures Within Architectural Conservation Areas, where:

  1. A clear community or public benefit has been demonstrated, or
  2. A clear residential benefit has been demonstrated (such projects must be advanced through the planning process as necessary)

Please Note: All projects must be planned and overseen by qualified and experienced conservation professionals. Applications must be accompanied by a method statement. Only one application will be considered per historic structure. The maximum grant available may only cover up to 50% of total project costs. The applicant must provide evidence of matching funding. In exceptional circumstances a higher percentage may be sought, subject to a max of 80%.

How much can I apply for? 

The Historic Structures Fund provides grants from €50,000 up to €200,000, and focuses on larger enhancement, refurbishment or reuse projects involving heritage structures.

A grant of over €200,000 may be awarded in exceptional circumstances where a case is made by the applicant in relation to the significance of the project and the works proposed.

Closing Date: 17th January 2025

Application Forms & Guidance Documents 

NOTE: All applications under the Historic Structures fund must be accompanied by a completed Appendix I, Appendix V and a comprehensive method statement prepared by a conservation professional. 

Further information

Queries to Oisin Neeson at 0578664252 or heritage@laoiscoco.ie

Funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and managed by Laois County Council.