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Posted on Monday, 20 July 2009 | Permalink

Home insulation rebate for rental properties
An initiative for landlords and community housing providers that will benefit tenants

As part of the Australian Government’s $42 billion Nation Building-Economic Stimulus Plan, the Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts (DEWHA) is operating a program that provides a $1,000 rebate to landlords—including community housing providers – for the installation of ceiling insulation.  The program, the Low Emission Assistance Plan for Renters,  is for existing rental dwellings only and is not available for dwellings owned by state governments , ie head leased properties. 

The program began on 1 July 2009 and continues until 30 June 2011.  Community housing providers and landlords can apply for assistance for as many eligible dwellings as they want.  Private renters may also apply with the permission of their landlord.  This is a great opportunity to improve the energy efficiency of rental properties at a fraction of the cost.

 To read more about the program and how to apply, go to:

www.environment.gov.au/energyefficiency/insulation/renters/index.html