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SJ_P · **Posted: 29-11-2009 , 05:56 PM** #1

Hi, Just about to embark on a massive (some say mad!!) renovation project. I have purchased a derelict thatched cottage (recorded protected structure)on 4 acres. I have gone through all the conservation bits and pieces and have secured my declaration 57 which as I now know is very important. My conservation officer is very helpful but unfortunately very vague on the the whole grants thing as can only be expected in the current climate!!

My query is pretty general as in any advice greatfully received. I have found a thatcher that I find really helpful and he is going to do the renovation throughout. My decisions now are around suitable heating and water solutions, what is is the best thing to do - geothermal, solar, radiators etc boilers, pellet stoves, condenser boilers it all seems a mine field.....
I know that there are grants available how easy are they to access, are they up front or retrospective or are they even available - has anyone been through the process?

Many thanks for advice in advance.
SJ_P

	Posted: 29-11-2009 , 05:56 PM #1
SJ_P Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Limerick Posts: 24	Renovating a Thatched property -- suitable heating and water solutions? Hi, Just about to embark on a massive (some say mad!!) renovation project. I have purchased a derelict thatched cottage (recorded protected structure)on 4 acres. I have gone through all the conservation bits and pieces and have secured my declaration 57 which as I now know is very important. My conservation officer is very helpful but unfortunately very vague on the the whole grants thing as can only be expected in the current climate!! My query is pretty general as in any advice greatfully received. I have found a thatcher that I find really helpful and he is going to do the renovation throughout. My decisions now are around suitable heating and water solutions, what is is the best thing to do - geothermal, solar, radiators etc boilers, pellet stoves, condenser boilers it all seems a mine field..... I know that there are grants available how easy are they to access, are they up front or retrospective or are they even available - has anyone been through the process? Many thanks for advice in advance. SJ_P Attached Images