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Frequently asked questions on the Household Resilience Program:
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The Queensland Government’s Household Resilience Program gives you the opportunity to save up to $11,250 on your new roof.
The program has been run for the last two years, however it is only for a limited time period. This year’s program (Phase 3) has been extended by a further $20 million. As a licensed QBCC contractor, Port City Roofing have been involved with the program since it’s inception and have helped hundreds of North Queenslanders with the application process. This has also resulted in 356 residents gaining access to the Household Resilience Program Grant and having a new roof installed by our team of experienced roofers.
The Household Resilience Program runs for a short period only, so you need to act quickly to ensure your application is submitted early and accurately. The income assessment for 2022 has been increased, so this is good news for residents who may have been over the income levels in previous years.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions section below to learn more.
Who is eligible for the program?
Owner-occupiers who live in a house built before 1984, located within 50km of the coastline from Bundaberg to the Queensland/Northern Territory border, can apply to receive a Queensland Government grant of 75% of the cost of improvements (up to a maximum of grant value of $11,250 including GST).
Does my income need to be assessed as part of the process?
Yes, this is part of the first step of the application process.
Your weekly household income must be less than:
- $1,050 for an individual ($54,643 per year)
- $1,452 for a couple ($75,548 per year)
- $1,453 for a sole parent with one child ($75,601 per year)
- $1,801 for a couple with one child ($93,675 per year).
These weekly allowances also apply:
- $348 for each additional dependent child ($18,127 per year)
- $402 for each additional dependent adult ($20,905 per year).
These numbers are based on the 2022/23 National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS).
What’s the minimum contribution you need to make?
Homeowners are required to make a minimum 25% co-contribution towards the approved works.
Can I use any builder to complete the installation?
You must used a licensed QBCC contractor for your completed works.
How many steps are there in the application and grant process?
here are 5 stages to the process, and each stage must have the relevant documentation and evidence points to proceed. At Port City Roofing the team handle all this on your behalf as part of the customer service process
- The initial application to confirm your eligibility
- Providing quotes from a registered QBCC approved building contractor
- The approval in writing by Department of Energy and Public Works
- The contractual step with your chosen QBCC building contractor
- The installation
- The evidence of the completion of the works
- The grant payment via your QBCC building contractor
When does the Household Resilience Program open?
August 1, 2022.
