Explanatory note

Grants for the improvement, repair or conversion of a dwelling or a house in multiple occupation are made by local housing authorities under Part XV of the Housing Act 1985 (“the 1985 Act”). The amount, or in some cases the maximum amount, of a grant is the appropriate percentage of the estimated expense which is eligible to be taken into account.

The Order increases the limits of eligible expense for improvement, intermediate, special or repairs grants where an application for grant is made after 1st September 1988.

Article 3 of the Order raises the maximum eligible amounts for the provision of standard amenities specified in section 508(1) of the 1985 Act; the descriptions remain unchanged. The amounts are higher where the premises are in Greater London.

Article 4 of the Order increases the limits of eligible expense for an improvement grant. The amounts are higher where the premises are in Greater London or where the works are carried out to a listed building. Higher limits are prescribed in other specified circumstances.

Article 5 of the Order increases the element attributable to works of repair and replacement for an intermediate grant. The limits for this element are higher where the premises are in Greater London.

Article 6 of the Order increases the contributory element by reference to which a special grant is calculated where works include means of escape from fire or works of repair and replacement. The amounts are higher where the premises are in Greater London.

Article 7 of the Order increases the eligible expense limit for a repairs grant. The amounts are higher where the premises are in Greater London or where the works are carried out to a listed building.