Over 3,000 vacant homes brought back into use during 2025

16,607 applications have been received since 2022. Of them, 12,096 refurbishments have been approved and 4,514 grants paid out  

The 3,066 vacant property refurbishment grants paid out in 2025 represents a 127% increase from the 1,349 recorded in 2024. Picture: iStock

More than 3,000 formerly derelict or vacant homes were brought back into use during 2025, figures show, as the Government attempts to drive up housing stock levels to address the housing crisis.

In 2022, the government introduced the vacant property refurbishment grant to provide payments of up to €50,000 if a person intends to renovate a vacant house or building to turn into a permanent home or a rental property.