Please note the LCBP programme is now closed. This information will remain on our site purely as reference for people who are already involved in the grant process

Until recently, the grants system has been unpredictable, with some customer claims proving successful and others being deferred until the following month. With the monthly cap of £500,000 running out within hours of the opening dates, the system has proved unworkable and the allocation of funds was suspended for the month of April. The scheme has now been re-launched with the monthly cap removed and all applications can be completed online, with an instant response. Full details are available at http://www.lowcarbonbuildings.org.uk/how/householders/ Important information detailed under the programme that should be taken into account when planning your installation/application is as follows:-

No monthly cap
Once the scheme re-opens for applications, household grants will be allocated on a first come, first served basis as long as funds last. There will be no further funds and no further measures to extend the scheme life.

Amount of grants available
Ground source heat pumps: Overall maximum of £1,200 or 30% of the relevant eligible costs, whichever is lower
Air source heat pumps: Overall maximum of £900 or 30% of the relevant eligible costs, whichever is lower

Shorter grant offer periods Under the re-launched scheme, grant offer periods will be as follows: Ground Source Heat Pump and Biomass will be given 6 months.

Planning permission Householders must have any required planning consents in place before applying to the scheme.

If you wish to progress your application online you will need the information below to complete step 1 of the application:

Use the following link to the application ‘form 1’ http://www.lowcarbonbuildings.org.uk/lowcbp/application/applicationForm1Public.action

SECTION 1- Installation address details

Add the address of your Heat Pump installation here

SECTION 2- Installation details

SECTION 3 - Planning permission

The name of your local authority
Local authority telephone number
Confirm if your local authority requires planning permission for the installation.

*Note: the model type is detailed on your quotation, new nomenclature has replaced the 1120 and 1220 with 1140 and 1240 respectively and LCBP are in the process of updating these codes, in the mean time the grant application will be processed using the old codes.

Scottish Community and Householder Renewables Initiative (SCHRI)

SCHRI is funded by the Scottish Government and provides funding to householders and advice and funding to communities.

Community Stream: SCHRI provides grants of up to £100,000 for communities and has a network of development officers who can provide support and advice to the communities throughout the installation process. Follow the link for your local development officer's contact details.

Household Stream : SCHRI provides grants to householders of up to 30% of the costs to a maximum of £4,000. The installer and product must be accredited.

Download the pdf version of the application form.