Groningen homeowners get five more years to apply for sustainability subsidies
Homeowners in earthquake-affected Groningen can now apply for sustainability and home improvement subsidies until 2031. The extension ensures residents have ample time to upgrade their homes, even if reinforcement work is delayed. Funding is secured for all eligible applicants.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Subsidy Extension | Extended by 5 years, until 31 May 2031 |
| Eligible Areas | Oldambt, Eemsdelta, Groningen, Het Hogeland, Midden-Groningen |
| Value Enhancement Scheme | Up to €4,000 for sustainability improvements, open until 1 September 2026 |
| Administering Body | Northern Netherlands Cooperation Association (SNN) |
| Support Available | Independent resident support workers for guidance |
| Funding | Sufficient budget for all qualifying homeowners |
The Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations, alongside local municipal councils, oversees the subsidy schemes aimed at mitigating earthquake damage and promoting sustainability in Groningen. These initiatives are part of broader efforts to support residents in reinforcing and improving their homes.
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Subsidies extended for five years to make homes in Groningen more sustainable and improve them
The subsidy schemes for making homes in the earthquake-affected area of Groningen more sustainable and maintaining them have been extended by five years. Homeowners can use these to improve their homes, even if they are still waiting for the reinforcement of their property or repairs to earthquake damage. The schemes now run until 31 May 2031. There is enough funding available for everyone who qualifies.
In 2020, four subsidy schemes were introduced under the Groningen Sustainability and Improvement programme. These apply to homeowners both within and outside the reinforcement operation.
The deadline for applying for these subsidies expires this year. Since the reinforcement work is not yet complete, the Minister of the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations and the municipal councils of Oldambt, Eemsdelta, Groningen, Het Hogeland and Midden-Groningen have decided to extend the duration of these schemes by five years, until 31 May 2031.
This gives all residents who are entitled to the subsidy plenty of time to apply for it. Even if the subsidy is linked to the reinforcement of the home and that process has yet to begin, there is still plenty of time. Residents can apply for the subsidy whenever it suits them best.
Value enhancement scheme relaunched
The value enhancement scheme has recently been opened for the last time. Residents who previously suffered earthquake damage can receive up to €4,000 for making their homes more sustainable. The scheme runs until 1 September 2026 or until the budget is exhausted.
Applying for subsidies and choosing the right option
The Northern Netherlands Cooperation Association (SNN) will continue to administer the schemes. All subsidy options can be found on the SNN website. SNN has also developed an online choice aid to help residents find the subsidy that best suits their situation.
Support from our independent resident support workers
Do you need help dealing with damage or reinforcing your home? Or do you have questions about the various subsidy schemes? The independent resident support workers from the Oldambt municipality are here to help. They offer a listening ear and can assist with questions or problems caused by the earthquakes. You can easily contact them by phone or email.