SERVICES
Monaghan County Council is now inviting applications for funding under the BHIS Historic Thatched Buildings Stream 2025.
Overview
The purpose of the scheme is to protect the heritage value of historic thatched roof buildings across Ireland, including dwellings and other structures.
Eligible Structures & Levels of funding available;
| Type of Building & Applicant | Description | Max. Grant Available | Proportion of funding available |
| Historic thatched building | Any historic thatched structure, including domestic or commercial properties. | €5,000 | 80% of total cost of works |
The scheme is being administered by Monaghan County Council’s Planning Section.
Eligible applications will be assessed for selection under the following criteria:
| 1. | Significance of the structure |
| 2. | Efficacy of the works |
| 3. | Quality of the works |
| 4. | Contribution To Public Amenity |
Note: An application under the BHIS Historic Thatched Buildings Stream does not preclude a separate application under the Historic Structures Fund or the main stream of the BHIS, but only one grant can be availed of per structure.
How to apply
The BHIS Historic Thatched Buildings Stream 2025 Circular and application form are available to download below. Hard copies are also available at Planning Reception.
NBHS THATCH 2025 Circular (PDF)
NBHS THATCH 2025 Application Form A (PDF)
NBHS THATCH 2025 Application Form A Checklist (PDF)
Completed applications using Form A must be submitted to Angela Gallagher, Administrative Officer, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan Town, H18 X982 or emailed to builtheritage@monaghancoco.ie on or before the 17th January 2025.