Home energy and repairs
Local Improvement Scheme (Private Roads)
Funding to repair non-public rural roads and laneways that serve homes, farms and amenities.
AmountRoad repair fundingabout 10 to 15% owner contribution
Who runs itLocal authorities
Best forHomes on a shared private road
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What it is
Where several households share a private road or lane, the scheme funds the bulk of the repair cost, with a small contribution from the households.
How much you can get
Road repair funding about 10 to 15% owner contribution.
Who can get it
Groups of households sharing a non-public road. Each local authority maintains a priority list.
What you’ll need
- Agreement of the households on the road
- Application to the local authority
How to apply
- Contact your local authority's roads section
- Get on the scheme's priority list
- Works are carried out when funded
Official source: gov.ie — Local Improvement Scheme. Figures current June 2026. This is a free guide, not a government service — always confirm on the official page.