Goverment to fund restoration of 650 historic buildings with €8 million

The Government has announced grant funding for 650 historic buildings worth €8 million.

They said it will support the repair and restoration of older buildings with complex needs. The funding also includes €1.25 million in support for thatched buildings.

This consists of €600,000 from the dedicated historic thatched buildings stream and an additional €650,000 awarded from the main funding.

Minister of State for Heritage Christopher O’Sullivan announced the list of over 650 projects to be awarded funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) 2025.

The scheme supports property owners to conserve and enhance our historic buildings and streetscapes, and at the same time preserve and develop traditional building skills.

This year’s grants will be used to repair, restore, and protect historic structures from modest traditional homes to landmark public buildings.

Examples of projects being funded include:

• €44,000 for works to the…