Group Water Supply Schemes Grants


In the cases where a group of two or more householders have come together, using a shared water distribution system and/ or water treatment system, supplied from a common source, to provide themselves with a water supply where no such supply (or a seriously deficient supply) already exists.

New/ Upgrade/ Connect to Public Supply

A grant of 85% of the approved cost subject to a limit of €6,475.66 per domestic connection, whichever is lower, is available for all eligible works on:

  • New schemes
  • Extensions to new or existing schemes
  • Upgrade/ refurbishment work
  • Renewal of existing plant
  • Connect to public supply

Works which are deemed eligible include planning and design costs, construction, replacement of mechanical plant, reservoirs or distribution networks.(The necessary forms for this can be found on the Water Services Application form page)

Take Over of Group Water Supply Schemes

Where a group water supply scheme applies to have their scheme taken in charge by Limerick County Council, a grant of the total cost ( 100%) of any required refurbishment works may be made available.

Please note that in accordance with Section 95 of the Water Services Act, 2007, not fewer than two thirds of those persons entitled to dispose of a Group Scheme must agree to transfer ownership of their scheme to the Council to enable any project under this action to proceed.

(Forms and Information Sheets detailing conditions for take over can be found on the Water Services Applications Forms page)