Irrestawra Darek
Following a series of measures announced in the last budget by Government, the Planning Authority has launched a grant scheme - Irrestawra Darek - to further assist in the regeneration of Malta’s village core areas. Through this scheme the Authority is seeking to promote investment in the restoration, conservation and maintenance of privately owned residential properties located within Urban Conservation Areas (UCAs) and Grade 1 and Grade 2 scheduled buildings.
Under this scheme, first time private buyers of residential Grade 1 and Grade 2 scheduled buildings may apply for a rebate on 70% of eligible costs of restoration and conservation works on facade and interior up to a maximum of €100,000, whereas first time private buyers of an old residence located within Urban Conservation Areas (UCAs) may apply for a rebate of up to a maximum of €10,000.
The scheme is also open for private owners of residences, located within an Urban Conservation Area (UCA), who wish to carry out restoration and maintenance works on the facade of their old property. Private owners of such residences may apply for a grant of 70% of the works, up to a maximum of €10,000. For Grade 1 and Grade 2 scheduled buildings, the grant scheme will provide a rebate of up to a maximum of €100,000.
This scheme which commenced on 16th January 2017 is being made available up to a maximum of €8 million on a first come first served basis up until 30th April 2017. Works must have a planning permit and have to commence after 1st January 2017. Fiscal receipts would also be required.
1. To view the Guidelines of the restoration grant scheme click here
2. To print the Grant Scheme Request Form - click here
3. To view whether your property is a Scheduled Grade 1 or 2 - click here.
4. To view whether your property is within an Urban Conservation Area - check the below maps: