Housing adaptation grants in Kilkenny: who to ask, and who does the work
18 providers cover County Kilkenny. 2 name Kilkenny as an area they work in; the rest work nationwide.
18 listed for Co. Kilkenny
Who runs it in Kilkenny: Kilkenny County Council.
Before you ring any contractor, ask the council how long the OT waiting list is, and whether you can use a private OT.
Details are taken from each business's own website and public council lists. HomeAdapt.ie is not a contractor or part of any council. Check credentials, insurance and tax clearance before hiring anyone.
The grants, in brief
- €40,000: Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability. level-access showers, downstairs toilets, widened doorways, ramps, through-floor lifts, extensions.
- €8,000: Mobility Aids Grant. grab rails, ramps, stairlifts, level-access showers.
- €10,700: Housing Aid for Older People. rewiring, heating, roofing, structural repair.
- Never start before written approval. Work done first isn't covered.
Figures as published on gov.ie, checked August 2026. Thresholds change and councils apply them differently, so always confirm with your local authority.
Neighbouring counties
Many stairlift firms and contractors travel. These counties border Kilkenny:
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Housing adaptation grants in Kilkenny: FAQs
Who do I apply to for a housing adaptation grant in Kilkenny?
Kilkenny County Council. All three schemes (the Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability, the Mobility Aids Grant and Housing Aid for Older People) are run by your local authority, not the HSE.
How long is the OT waiting list in Kilkenny?
It varies and changes, so ring Kilkenny County Council and ask. Ask too whether they accept a report from a private, CORU-registered occupational therapist. 2 private OT services listed here cover Kilkenny.
Can I use any contractor in Kilkenny?
Usually you choose, but you'll need three itemised quotes and the contractor must have current tax clearance before the council will pay. Don't let anyone start before written approval.