LAFLEX
For Homeowners and Tenants Not Receiving Benefits
LA Flex is part of the ECO4 Scheme and it gives local authorities a greater say in defining eligibility for ECO funding.
Its aim is to help reduce carbon emissions and tackle fuel poverty by improving the energy efficiency of homes occupied by low-income, fuel-poor, and vulnerable households.
LA Flex is designed to help homeowners and private tenants, who do not receive any benefits but have low household income, and are considered likely to be vulnerable living in their cold energy inefficient properties.
How can I qualify for LAFLEX?
Please see the four routes that you may qualify for through your local council:
ROUTE 1:
Households that hold an EPC rating of either E, F, or G, with a Gross household income less than £31,000 per Annum.
This cap applies irrespective of the property size, composition, or region.
ROUTE 2:
EPC rating E-G & households that meet a combination of two of the following routes:
- Proxy 1) Homes in England in Lower-layer Super Output Area 1-3 (LSOA), or homes in Welsh provision LSOA 1-3 on the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation 2019, or the Index of Multiple Deprivation for 2020, published by the Scottish Government.
- Proxy 2) Householders receiving a Council Tax rebate.
- Proxy 3) Householders vulnerable to living in a cold home as identified in the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guidance.
- Proxy 4) A householder receiving free school meals due to low income.
- Proxy 5) A householder supported by a LA run scheme.
- Proxy 6) A household referred to the LA for support by their energy supplier or Citizen’s Advice or Citizen’s Advice Scotland.
ROUTE 3:
EPC rating D-G households that have been identified by their doctor or GP as low-income and vulnerable, with an occupant whose health conditions may be impacted further by living in a cold home. These health conditions may be cardiovascular, respiratory, immunosuppressed, or limited mobility related.
ROUTE 4:
EPC rating D-G households that are referred to under Route 4: Bespoke Targeting. Suppliers and LAs can apply to BEIS where they have identified low-income and vulnerable households, who are not already eligible under the exiting routes.
Eco Grants Direct: Broadening Eligibility with the LA Flex Scheme
At Eco Grants Direct, we are proud to introduce the Local Authority Flexible Eligibility (LA Flex) Scheme. This initiative is designed to expand the eligibility of the ECO scheme, allowing a wider range of individuals to benefit from available funding. Now, even if you’re not receiving benefits, you could still qualify based on specific criteria set by your local council. Both homeowners and private renters might be eligible. However, please note that this scheme does not cover social housing tenants
Partnering Local Authorities:
We’re pleased to work in collaboration with:
1.Basildon Council
2.Basingstoke and Deane Council
3.Bath and North East Somerset Council
4.Birmingham City Council
5.Braintree Council
6.Brentwood Council
7.Bristol City Council
8.Buckinghamshire Council
9.Castle Point Council
10.Chelmsford City Council
11.Cherwell District Council
12.Colchester City Council
13.Cornwall Council
14.Coventry City Council
15.Dacorum Council
16.Darlington Borough Council
17.Dudley Council
18.East Devon District Council
19.East Hertfordshire Council
20.Epping Forest Council
21.Hammersmith & Fulham District Council
22.Harlow Council
23.Hertsmere Borough Council
24.Hillingdon Council
25.Leicester City Council
26.London Borough of Ealing Council
27.Maldon Council
28.Mendip Council
29.Mid-Devon Council
30.North Northants Council
31.North Somerset Council
32.Oxford City Council
33.Rochford Council
34.Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council
35.Sandwell Borough Council
36.Sedgemoor Council
37.Sheffield City Council
38.Somerset West & Taunton Council
39.South Oxfordshire District Council
40.South Somerset Council
41.Stevenage Borough Council
42.St Albans City and District Council
43.Swindon Borough Council
44.Tendring Council
45.Three Rivers District Council
46.Uttlesford Council
47.Vale of Whitehorse District Council
48.Watford Borough Council
49.Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council
50.West Northants Council
51.West Oxfordshire District Council
52.West Sussex Council
53.Winchester City Council
54.Wiltshire Council
Applying for ECO4 Flex: Your Step-by-Step Guide
1. Submission: Begin by completing the ECO4 Flex application form. Ensure it’s signed, then submit it to your installer along with the necessary supporting documents, like proof of income. Please note: direct applications to the council are not accepted.
2. Approval Timeline: Once submitted, allow 1 to 3 weeks for your local council to review. Ensure all required documentation is provided to avoid delays. The council might request additional documentation for clarity.
Home Improvements You Could Benefit From:
Upon approval and a Retrofit survey, your home might be eligible for the following improvements:
– First-time central heating for homes without an existing heating system.
– Various insulation types: Loft, Cavity Wall, External Wall, and Internal Wall.
– Non-Condensing Boiler replacements.
Why Choose These Home Improvements?
Opting for these measures can offer a multitude of advantages:
– Contribute to a greener planet by reducing CO2 emissions.
– Enjoy reduced energy bills.
– Say goodbye to issues like mould, humidity, and draughts.
– Enhance the overall value of your property.
Visit Eco Grants Direct today and make a sustainable choice for your home!
