The grant is means-tested for adults (aged 19 and over) using a “Test of Resources”. This takes into account the income and savings of the disabled person (and their partner). The first £6,000 of any savings are ignored, and applicants in receipt of certain benefits will be automatically eligible for the full amount of grant awarded.
There is no means test for a DFG where the application is for a child/young person under the age of 19, for whom child benefit is payable. If you are the parent or guardian of a disabled child, your income and savings are not considered for a mandatory DFG (up to £30,000).
If works are needed that will cost more than the mandatory grant awarded to the applicant, we will provide advice and assistance in considering options, including other sources of help, and an option for home owners to defer payment (see Discretionary DFG).