The New Build Product is designed to help eligible homebuyers purchase a newly built home in a private development anywhere in the Republic of Ireland.

• Use our eligibility calculator to see the minimum and maximum support you could potentially qualify for through the Scheme.
• You can then register and submit your application online through the First Home Scheme website (www.firsthomescheme.ie).
• To submit an application online for the New build Product, documentation required will include a copy of your Mortgage Approval in Principle (AIP)

  • Use our eligibility calculator to see the minimum and maximum support you could potentially qualify for through the Scheme.
  • You can then register and submit your application online through the First Home Scheme website (www.firsthomescheme. ie).
  • To submit an application online for the New Build Product, documentation required will include a copy of your Mortgage Approval in Principle (AIP) from your Participating Lender.

The First Home Scheme allows you to purchase a newly built house or apartment in a private development anywhere in the Republic of Ireland. Property price ceilings per local authority area apply to both houses and apartments. This means that you cannot avail of the FHS if the cost of your property is above this amount. In some local authority areas, the price ceiling for houses and apartments is different. Please refer to our website for details of property price ceilings by local authority area.

For all other Frequently Asked Questions in relation to the Scheme please see relevant FAQ’s sections at www.firsthomescheme.ie/faqs