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[2024 Edition] Introducing Subsidies and Grants Available for Renovations in Yokohama!

株式会社翔工務店編集部 /

Hello! This is Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd.!!

It would be great if you could receive subsidies or tax reductions for your home exterior renovations, helping to reduce expenses a bit!

“I want to do exterior wall painting and roof painting, but are there any subsidies or grants from the city or municipality?” “I want to do interior renovations or renovations in wet areas, but are there any grants available?” We will introduce you to the subsidies available for residents of Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City, and the national subsidies that can be used in any region for renovations.Subsidies are explained here!!

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Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project

Last year’s Child Eco Home Support Project ended on September 28, as the amount of subsidy applications reached the budget limit, and the acceptance of grant applications and reservations has concluded.

This year, a new initiative from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project.

The Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project provides 1 million yen in support for acquiring newly built homes with high energy-saving performance (ZEH level) that are easily affected by rising energy prices, aimed at child-rearing households and young couples.
By supporting energy-saving renovations of homes, this project aims to support energy-saving investments by child-rearing households and young couples, contributing to the realization of carbon neutrality by 2050.

Eligible Participants

Those who meet the following ①and ② are eligible.

①. Those who will enter into a construction contract with an eco home support contractor and carry out renovation work

An “Eco Home Support Business” is a construction contractor that has registered in advance for this project and acts on behalf of the construction orderer to handle procedures such as grant applications, returning the received subsidies to the construction orderer.

*Construction that does not have a construction contract is not eligible.

②. Must be the owner of the residential property being renovated

Property Owners, etc.	Individuals or their families who own and reside in the property Individuals or corporations who own the property and rent it out Tenants Management associations or management corporations of multi-unit dwellings *Buy-and-resell businesses are also eligible, but only if they place an order for renovation work with a different contractor (where a construction contract exists).

Eligible Renovation Works

The following renovation works, numbered ① to ⑧, are eligible.
However, for items ④ to ⑧, they are only eligible for subsidies if conducted simultaneously with any of items ① to ③.
Additionally, construction works with a total subsidy application amount of less than 50,000 yen are not eligible for subsidies.^※1
Please note that when applying, certificates related to the eligible works will be required.

A	① Insulation renovation of openings	One of these is required^※1	Subsidy amount must total 50,000 yen or more to be eligible^※2	Click here for details
	② Insulation renovation of exterior walls, roofs, ceilings, or floors			Click here for details
	③ Installation of eco-friendly housing equipment			Click here for details
B	④ Child-rearing support renovation	Eligible only if conducted simultaneously with A^※1		Click here for details
	⑤ Disaster prevention improvement renovation			Click here for details
	⑥ Barrier-free renovation			Click here for details
	⑦ Installation of air conditioning with air purification and ventilation functions			Click here for details
	⑧ Enrollment in renovation defect insurance, etc.			Click here for details

※ Products from manufacturers that perform the work themselves are also eligible.※1 As an exception, if you have received a grant decision under either the “Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project” conducted by the Ministry of the Environment or the “Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project” or “Rental Collective Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project” conducted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, it will be treated as including one of the above works ① to ③.※2 As an exception, if you have received a grant decision under either the “Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project” implemented by the Ministry of the Environment or the “Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project” or “Rental Collective Energy Saving 2024 Project” implemented by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, you will be eligible for subsidies under the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project if the total amount of the subsidy applied for is 20,000 yen or more.

Examples of Renovation Work Not Eligible for Subsidies

The following renovation works are not eligible for subsidies.

Work to replace glass installed in part of a door and transom
Work on parts other than residential areas, such as mixed-use residential buildings
Work where the homeowner purchases residential equipment and requests installation by a residential contractor
(so-called owner-supplied or material-labor separation work)
Work on windows, glass, or doors in parts other than the outer skin (partition walls not facing the outside)
Work on handrails installed outdoors or work to eliminate outdoor steps
Installation work for solar power generation equipment
Installation work for home fuel cell cogeneration systems (EneFarm)
Installation work for leased equipment
Work using second-hand items

Eligible Period

Period of Construction Contract Date

The contract date does not matter. Construction contracts concluded before the start of work are eligible.

Period of Start Date

From November 2, 2023, to the application for grants (no later than December 31, 2024)

Subsidy Amount and Maximum Subsidy

Subsidy Amount

Total subsidy amount for eligible construction contents
(For subsidy amounts for each eligible construction content, please refer to the detailed pages of each renovation work)

Multiple Renovation Works

If multiple renovation works are carried out on the same residence, applications can be made within the maximum subsidy limit.
However, all subsidy requirements must be met for each application.

Subsidy Limit

In principle, the subsidy limit is 200,000 yen per household.
However, if it falls under 4, the subsidy limit will be raised.

Increase in Subsidy Limit

If you meet the conditions in ① and ② below, the subsidy limit will be increased as per ③.

① Households with children or young couples performing renovation work on their own residence

What is a household with children?	A household with children born on or after April 2, 2005, at the time of application. * For projects that start by March 31, 2024, children born on or after April 2, 2004, are included.
What is a young couple household?	A household where both partners are married at the time of application, and at least one of them was born on or after April 2, 1983.^** For projects that start by March 31, 2024, partners born on or after April 2, 1982, are included.

② When purchasing an existing home and performing renovations, or when receiving certification for long-term excellent housing (expansion or reconstruction)

③ Increase in subsidy limit according to ① and ②

Household Attributes	Existence of Existing Home Purchase / Long-term Excellent Housing	Maximum Subsidy Amount per Household
Child-rearing Households or Young Couples	When purchasing an existing home^※1※2 and renovating it^※3	600,000 yen
	When receiving certification for long-term excellent housing (extension/renovation)^※4	450,000 yen
	When performing renovations other than the above^※4	300,000 yen
Other Households^※5	When receiving certification for long-term excellent housing (extension/renovation)	300,000 yen
Other Households^※5	When performing renovations other than the above	200,000 yen

※1 The purchase contract amount must be 1,000,000 yen (tax included) or more.※2 This applies only to contracts concluded after November 2, 2023 (the date of the Cabinet decision on the economic measures for fiscal year 2023).※3 This applies only when the home is purchased for the purpose of self-residence, and the renovation contract must be concluded within three months of the purchase contract.※4 This applies only when renovation work is performed on a home for self-residence.※5 This includes corporations and management associations.

Procedure Period

Application Reservation for Subsidy

From late March 2024 to until the budget limit is reached (no later than November 30, 2024)^※

Application Period for Subsidy

From mid to late March 2024 ～until the budget limit is reached (by December 31, 2024 at the latest) ^※

※ We recommend applying early.※ The deadline will be announced based on the budget execution status. If you have made a reservation for the grant application, you can apply for the grant by either the reservation deadline or December 31, 2024, whichever comes first.

Others

Regarding Duplication of This Subsidy

For one residence, if the contractor has received an increase in the subsidy limit for “renovation,” they cannot receive subsidies for “new custom-built houses” or “purchase of new condominiums” for that residence or any other residence.
For one residence, if the contractor has received an increase in the subsidy limit for “renovation,” they can receive subsidies for “renovation” for a different residence, but they cannot receive an increase in the subsidy limit for “renovation” again.
For the same residence that received a “renovation” subsidy, they cannot receive subsidies for “new custom-built houses” or “purchase of new condominiums.”

Regarding Duplication with Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project, Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project, or Rental Collective Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project

Some of the building materials and equipment eligible for “renovation” are also eligible for subsidies under the “Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project,” “Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project,” or “Rental Collective Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project.” Depending on the performance of the eligible materials and equipment, both projects can be used together (even under the same construction contract and timeline).
However, for renovation work that has received subsidies under this project, it is not possible to receive duplicate subsidies under the “Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project,” “Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project,” or “Rental Collective Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project.”

Combination with Other Subsidies

For the same eligible renovation work, it is not possible to receive duplicate subsidies from other national subsidy programs. However, regarding local government subsidy programs, they can be combined unless they are funded by national expenses.

Restrictions on Disposal of Assets

Contractors who receive grants for this project cannot use, transfer, exchange, lend, provide as collateral, or demolish the equipment obtained with the grant without the approval of the government or the secretariat for 10 years after the eco-home support provider has received the grant payment. (This does not apply if selling, transferring, or lending the property as a residence.)

Storage of Accounting Documents

Eco-home support providers must clearly separate the costs incurred for the grant project from other accounting, maintain books that record the details of their income and expenditures, organize evidence documents related to this income and expenditure, and keep these books and documents for five years after the end of the fiscal year in which the grant was received.

(Excerpt from the Child-Rearing Eco-Home Support Project HP)

If you would like to see the subsidy amounts for other eligible renovations, please check the link below!

Links

The Child-Rearing Eco-Home Support Project provides subsidies not only for renovations but also for the construction of custom homes and the purchase of newly built homes, which can also be viewed through the link below.

Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
https://kosodate-ecohome.mlit.go.jp/

List of Eligible Renovation Works

One of the works listed in ① to ③ is mandatory, and ④ to ⑧ are only eligible for subsidies when carried out simultaneously with ① to ③. The subsidy amount will be the total of the subsidy amounts corresponding to renovation works ① to ⑧.

Eligible Renovation Works
① Thermal insulation improvement of openings	One of ① to ③ is mandatory
② Thermal insulation improvement of exterior walls, roofs, ceilings, or floors
③ Installation of eco-friendly housing equipment
④ Child-rearing support renovations	Eligible only when carried out simultaneously with ① to ③
⑤ Disaster prevention improvement renovations
⑥ Barrier-free renovations
⑦ Installation of air conditioning with air purification and ventilation functions
⑧ Joining renovation defect insurance, etc.

※As an exception, if you have received a grant decision under the “Advanced Equipment Introduction Promotion Project for Improving Residential Insulation Performance” implemented by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of the Environment, or under the “Subsidy for Energy Promotion in the Household Sector through the Introduction of High-Efficiency Water Heaters” implemented by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, it will be treated as including construction that falls under any of ① to ③.

Subsidy Amount for Insulation Renovation of Exterior Walls, Roofs/Ceilings, or Floors

Standards for Eligible Construction

In principle, products that meet the following JIS standards and have a thermal conductivity [W/(m･K)] of 0.052 or less, and that satisfy one of the following three types of performance assurance and quality control systems are eligible.

Applicable JIS	JIS A9504, JIS A9511, JIS A9521, JIS A9523, JIS A9526, JIS A5905, JIS A5901, JIS A5914
Performance Assurance and Quality Control System	(1)Products that have obtained JIS certification and display the JIS mark (2)Products that have not obtained JIS certification but have been confirmed by a third party to have performance and quality control systems equivalent to JIS (3)Products that can provide documentation certifying that they have performance and quality control systems equal to or greater than JIS, based on appropriate testing methods and preliminary test quantities according to JIS Q1000 or JIS Q17050-1 (limited to those equivalent to the third-party confirmation in (2))

Classification of Insulation Materials

Classification of Insulation Materials ^※1	Thermal Conductivity [W/m･K]	Examples of Types of Insulation Materials
A-1	0.052～0.051	Blown-in glass wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFGW1052, LFGW1352, LFGW1852 Blown-in rock wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFRW2552, LFRW2551, LFRW3051 Insulation fiber insulation material (fiber board) DIB, DIBP
A-2	0.050～0.046	Glass wool insulation material (standard) GW10-48, GW10-49, GW10-50 Glass wool insulation material (high performance) GWHG10-46, GWHG10-47 Blown-in glass wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFGW2050 Blown-in rock wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFRW2547
B	0.045～0.041	Glass wool insulation material (standard) GW12-45, GW16-45, GW20-42 Glass wool insulation material (high performance) GWHG10-43, GWHG10-45, GWHG12-43 Rock wool insulation material (LA, LB, LC) RWLA, RWLB, RWLC Blown-in rock wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFRW2541, LFRW2545, LFRW3045 Bead method polystyrene foam insulation material (No. 4) EPS4 Polyethylene foam insulation material (Type 1 No. 1, No. 2) PE1.1, PE1.2
C	0.040～0.035	Glass wool insulation material (standard) GW20-40, GW24-38, GW32-36, GW40-36 Glass wool insulation material (high performance) GWHG14-38, GWHG16-37, GWHG16-38, GWHG20-35, GWHG24-35, GWHG24-36, GWHG32-35, GWHG20-36 Rock wool insulation material RWLD, RWMA, RWMB, RWMC, RWHA, RWHB Insulation fiber insulation material (fiber mat) IM Blown-in glass wool insulation material (for roof, floor, wall) LFGW2040, LFGW2238, LFGW3240, LFGW3540, LFGW4036, LFGW3238 Blown-in rock wool insulation material (for ceiling) LFRW2540, LFRW3040, LFRW3039 Blown-in rock wool insulation material (for roof, floor, wall) LFRW6038 Bead method polystyrene foam insulation material (Type 2, Type 3) EPS2, EPS3 Extruded polystyrene foam insulation material (Type 1) XPS1bA, XPS1bB, XPS1bC Polyethylene foam insulation material (Type 2) PE2 Blown-in cellulose fiber insulation material LFCF2540, LFCF4040, LFCF5040 Phenolic foam insulation material (Type 2 Type 1, Type 3 Type 1) PF2.1A, PF3.1A Phenolic foam insulation board (Type 3 Type 1) PF-B-3.1 Spray-applied rigid polyurethane foam for building insulation (Type A Type 3) NF3
D	0.034～0.029	Glass wool insulation material (standard) GW80-33, GW96-33 Glass wool insulation material (high performance) GWHG20-34, GWHG24-34, GWHG28-33, GWHG28-34, GWHG32-34, GWHG36-32, GWHG38-32, GWHG40-34, GWHG48-33 Rock wool insulation material RWHC Bead method polystyrene foam insulation material (Type 1) EPS1 Extruded polystyrene foam insulation material (Type 2) XPS2bA, XPS2bB, XPS2bC Polyethylene foam insulation material (Type 3) PE3 Phenolic foam insulation material (Type 2 Type 2) PF2.2AⅠ, PF2.2AⅡ Rigid polyurethane foam insulation material (Type 1) PUF1.1 Spray-applied rigid polyurethane foam for building insulation (Type A Type 1, 2) NF1, NF2
E	0.028～0.023	Extruded polystyrene foam insulation (3 types) XPS3aA, XPS3bA, XPS3aB, XPS3bB, XPS3aC, XPS3bC Phenolic foam insulation (2 types, 3rd grade) PF2.3A Rigid polyurethane foam insulation (1st, 2nd, 3rd grades) PUF1.2, PUF1.3, PUF2.1A, PUF2.2A, PUF2.2B, PUF2.3, PUF2.4, PUF3.1A, PUF3.1B, PUF3.1C, PUF3.1D, PUF3.2A, PUF3.2B, PUF3.2C, PUF3.2D Spray-applied rigid polyurethane foam for building insulation (Type A 1H, 2H) NF1H, NF2H
F	0.022 or less	Extruded polystyrene foam insulation (3 types) XPS3aD, XPS3bD Phenolic foam insulation (1st grade, 1st, 2nd, 3rd grades) PF1.1A, PF1.2C, PF1.2D, PF1.2E, PF1.3B Phenolic foam insulation board, 1st grade, 2nd grade PF-B-1.2 Rigid polyurethane foam insulation (2nd grade) PUF2.1B, PUF2.1C, PUF2.1D, PUF2.1E, PUF2.2C, PUF2.2D, PUF2.2E, PUF2.2F

※1Among the polystyrene foam sandwich straw tatami mats specified in JIS A 5901:2018, PS-C25, PS-C30, and among the building material tatami mats specified in JIS A 5914, KT-II, KT-III, KT-K (1st grade b^※2), and KT-N (1st grade b^※2) will be treated as insulation material categories similar to A-1 to C. Additionally, KT-K (3rd grade b^※2) and KT-N (3rd grade b^※2) will be treated as insulation material category D. However, if there is no specification for the type of extruded polystyrene foam insulation, it will be treated as insulation material categories similar to A-1 to C.
※2Indicates the types of extruded polystyrene foam insulation specified in JIS A 9521:2022.

Subsidy Amounts by Type of Work

For renovations using insulation materials above the minimum usage amount for each construction area of the exterior wall, roof, ceiling, or floor after renovation, the subsidy amounts shown in the table below will apply.

Category	Construction Part			Minimum Insulation Material Usage (Unit: m3)				Subsidy Amount per Household
		Insulation Material Classification^※1		A-1/A-2/B/C		D/E/F
		Thermal Conductivity (Unit: W/m･K)		0.052〜0.035		0.034 or less
		Type of Residence		Detached House	Multi-family Housing	Detached House	Multi-family Housing
Energy Saving Standard Level	Exterior Wall			6.0	1.7	4.0	1.1	112,000 yen
	Exterior Wall	In case of partial insulation^※2		3.0^※3	0.9	2.0^※3	0.6	56,000 yen
	Roof ・ Attic			6.0	4.0	3.5	2.5	40,000 yen
	Roof ・ Attic	In case of partial insulation^※2		3.0	2.0	1.8	1.3	20,000 yen
	Floor			3.0	2.5	2.0	1.5	72,000 yen
			(In case of foundation insulation)	0.9	0.375	0.6	0.225	72,000 yen
		In case of partial insulation^※2		1.5^※4	1.3	1.0^※4	0.8	36,000 yen
			(in the case of foundation insulation)	0.45	0.195	0.3	0.12	36,000 yen
Z E H Level	Exterior Wall			11.0	3.1	7.0	1.9	151,000 yen
	Exterior Wall	In the case of partial insulation^※2		5.5^※3	1.6	3.5^※3	1.0	75,000 yen
	Roof and Ceiling			12.0	8.0	8.0	5.7	54,000 yen
	Roof and Ceiling	In the case of partial insulation^※2		6.0	4.0	4.0	2.9	27,000 yen
	Floor			6.0	5.0	3.0	2.3	96,000 yen
			(in the case of foundation insulation)	1.8	0.75	0.9	0.345	96,000 yen
		In the case of partial insulation^※2		3.0^※4	2.5	1.5^※4	1.2	48,000 yen
			(in the case of foundation insulation)	0.9	0.375	0.45	0.18	48,000 yen

※1If both insulation material categories “A-1” to “C” and “D” to “F” are used, the calculation of the amount of insulation material can be done by adding the amount of insulation material in categories “A-1” to “C” to 1.5 times the amount used in categories “D” to “F”.
※2“Partial insulation” refers to the case where more insulation material than the amount shown in the table above for partial insulation is used.
※3Includes partition walls.
※4If the ceilings other than the top floor are insulated, the minimum required amount of insulation material for the “floor” will apply.

(Excerpt from the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project HP)

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Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd. is a registered contractor for the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project! A registered contractor is a business that has registered with the secretariat in advance as a support contractor to carry out the procedures for this project on behalf of the subsidy recipients!

Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project & Energy-Saving Water Heating 2024 Project

Continuing from last year, these two projects are also being conducted as part of the same campaign as the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project!

Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project

This project provides significant support for renovations to replace windows with advanced insulation performance windows, offering high subsidy amounts.

Eligible Participants

Those who meet the following 12 will be eligible for the subsidy.

1Enter into a construction contract with a window renovation contractor and carry out window renovation work

A “window renovation contractor” refers to a registered contractor that carries out the application procedures for subsidies on behalf of the eligible participants, receives the subsidy, and returns the granted subsidy to the eligible participants.

※Construction projects without a contract will not be eligible.
※Window renovation contractors must register as housing energy-saving support providers for the 2024 Housing Energy-Saving Campaign and declare their participation in this project.

2Must be the owner of the residence where window renovation work is to be done

Owner of the residence	Individuals or their families who own the residence Individuals or corporations that own the residence and offer it for rent Tenants Management associations or management corporations of apartment buildings, etc.

※Buy-and-resell businesses are also eligible. However, this applies only if they order renovation work from another contractor (with a construction contract).

Houses eligible for subsidies

What is a residence?

In this project, a residence refers to a building used for human habitation.

※The following buildings or rooms’ windows are generally not eligible for assistance
1. ①Classified as non-residential use in real estate registration or property tax
2. ②(Even if ① is a residence) Currently used for non-residential purposes (such as stores or facilities)

The renovation work targeted is as follows: 1, and the products eligible for assistance and the amount of assistance differ based on 2.

1Existing residence

Existing residence	A residence that has been inhabited for at least one year from the date of the construction contract for the renovation work, or a residence where people have previously lived (including residences currently inhabited).

※In this project, the “construction date” is generally considered to be the date of issuance of the inspection certificate.

2Regardless of the floor level, the classification in the table below is based on the building method

Single-family homes		A building with one independent dwelling unit
Multi-family housing^※		A building that houses multiple dwelling units or other uses (such as stores or warehouses) coexisting
	Low-rise multi-family housing	Multi-family housing with 3 floors or fewer
	Mid-rise and high-rise multi-family housing	Multi-family housing with 4 floors or more

※Includes two-family homes, apartments, row houses, and mixed-use residential buildings.

Eligible Construction Work

The following12 must be met, and the work that does not fall under3 will be eligible for subsidies.

1Renovations corresponding to the products listed below

“Target products” are those for which the manufacturer has applied for registration, and the secretariat has confirmed that they meet certain performance criteria.

A “performance certificate” detailing the product’s performance and size will be issued by the manufacturer.

Work Details	Glass Replacement		This work involves removing only the glass from existing windows and replacing it with double-glazed glass or similar, while keeping the existing frames intact. ※If only the shoji frame (glass + frame) is replaced without changing or adding the frame, it will also be treated as glass replacement.
	Installation of Inner Windows		This work involves either installing new inner windows inside existing windows or removing existing inner windows and replacing them with new ones. ※This is limited to installations that are parallel to the opening surface of existing outer windows (doors) located within 50cm towards the indoor side.
	Replacement of Outer Windows	Cover Method	Remove the glass from the existing window, cover the existing window frame with a new frame, and replace it with double-glazed glass or similar.
	Replacement of Outer Windows	Chipping Method	Remove the glass and window frame from the existing window, install a new window frame, and replace it with double-glazed glass or similar.
	Door Replacement	Cover Method	Remove the existing door while leaving the frame, install a new frame over the existing one, and replace the door.
	Door Replacement	Chipping Method	Remove the existing door along with the frame, install a new frame, and replace the door.

※The replacement of doors (including internal windows for the door) is eligible for subsidies only when applied simultaneously under the same contract as other window renovations.
※This applies only to construction work installed on openings of residences exposed to the outside air.
※Products manufactured by the target manufacturers are also eligible if they are installed by the manufacturers themselves.

2Subsidy amount is 50,000 yen or more

The subsidy amount varies depending on the content of the work, the construction method of the residence, and the performance and size of the target products.

※If you are applying for multiple window renovations and separating them into this project and the Childcare Eco Home Support Project, the subsidy amount for this project alone must be 50,000 yen or more. (The subsidy amounts for both projects cannot be combined.)
※Even if multiple eligible products are installed at the same opening, only one product will be eligible for the subsidy, and it can be included in the subsidy amount.

3Examples of Renovation Work Not Eligible for Subsidy

The following types of work are not eligible for subsidies.

×Construction costs that do not meet the subsidy amount for the subsidy project
×Replacement work for windows (glass) and doors that do not face the outside air
(Replacement of doors in apartment buildings where the entrance faces an internal corridor, etc.)
×Work to replace the glass that constitutes part of the door panel
×Work that only targets the replacement of doors (including interior windows for doors)
×In the case of door replacement (including interior windows for doors), work that is not under the same contract as the windows
×Work carried out on buildings, rooms, or sections that are not for residential use
×Work where the homeowner purchases residential equipment and requests installation from a residential contractor
(So-called owner-supplied or material-labor separation work)
×Installation work for leased equipment
×Work using second-hand goods

Eligible Period

1Period for Commencing Construction

From November 2, 2023, to no later than December 31, 2024

What does starting construction mean?	It refers to the commencement of the first construction included in the concluded construction contract. (This is not limited to window construction that is eligible for subsidies.)

※If construction begins before the construction contract is concluded, it will not be eligible for subsidies.
※Deadlines will be announced according to the budget limit. Additionally, subsidy applications can be submitted after the completion of the construction.

Subsidy Amount & Maximum Subsidy

1Subsidy Amount

The total subsidy amount corresponding to the eligible construction performed for each opening will be the amount applied for.

Construction Details	Glass Replacement		The subsidy amount is determined based on the performance of the eligible product, its size, and the combination with the sash. If multiple panes of glass are replaced in one window, each pane will be eligible for the subsidy.
	Installation of Inner Windows		The subsidy amount is determined based on the performance and size of the target products.
	Replacement of Outer Windows	Cover Method	The subsidy amount is determined based on the construction method of the building and the performance and size of the target products.
	Replacement of Outer Windows	Chipping Method	The subsidy amount is determined based on the construction method of the building and the performance and size of the target products.
	Door Replacement	Cover Method	The subsidy amount is determined based on the construction method of the building and the performance and size of the target products.
	Door Replacement	Chipping Method	The subsidy amount is determined based on the construction method of the building and the performance and size of the target products.

2Maximum Subsidy

The maximum subsidy per household is 2 million yen.

3Multiple Renovation Works

If you are carrying out multiple renovation works on the same residence, you can apply within the limits of the subsidy amount.

However, all subsidy requirements must be met for each application.

Application Period

Late March 2024 to until the budget limit is reached
(latest by December 31, 2024)^※1^※2

※1The deadline will be announced according to the budget limit.
※2Bulk applications for apartment buildings are scheduled to start in May 2024.

Others

1Combination with Child-rearing Eco Home Support Project

All products eligible for this project are also eligible for subsidies under the Child-rearing Eco Home Support Project, but some products eligible under the Child-rearing Eco Home Support Project are also eligible under this project.
Depending on the performance of the products, both projects can be used in combination (even with the same construction contract and timeline).

However, even for windows (glass) and doors that are eligible for subsidies under both projects, a single window cannot receive subsidies from both projects.
Additionally, even if multiple eligible windows (glass) and doors are installed at the same opening, only one window can be applied for a subsidy through either project.

In the event that there is a duplicate application for the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project, regardless of the reason, the application for this project will be deemed invalid, and measures such as cancellation of the grant decision and refund will be taken, so please be very careful.

(Excerpt from the Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project Dedicated Site)

For more details, please visit the Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project Dedicated Site!

Water Heater Energy Saving 2024 Project

This project focuses on providing support specifically for the installation of high-efficiency water heaters with particularly high energy-saving performance.

Budget

58 billion yen

※Of this, 4 billion yen is planned for subsidies for the removal of electric water heaters and storage heating systems.

Eligible for Subsidy

This project involves the installation of high-efficiency water heaters in the following residences, regardless of whether they are single-family homes or multi-family dwellings^※1
(including the use of leasing in all cases)

Type of Residence	Eligible Persons
New Custom-Built Homes	Homeowners
New Subdivided Homes	Home Buyers
Existing Homes (Renovation)	Contractors^※2
Existing Homes (Purchase)^※3	Home Buyers

※1Excludes projects that received subsidies under the Water Heater Energy Conservation Project (Supplementary Budget No. 2 for FY 2022) (including cases where subsidies have been returned).
※2Resale businesses are not eligible.
※3If a buyer purchases an existing home on the condition that the seller replaces the water heater, the buyer will be considered an eligible person for the subsidy.
(This must be verifiable in the real estate sales contract or its special provisions)
Note that purchasing an existing home with unused eligible equipment installed does not qualify as a replacement, and therefore does not qualify for the subsidy.

Subsidy Amount and Maximum Limit

The total amount of subsidies for ① to ③ below

① Basic Amount

A fixed amount will be subsidized according to the high-efficiency water heater introduced

※Eligible water heaters must meet performance requirements for each device.

Installed Water Heater		Subsidy Amount (Basic Amount)	Subsidy Limit
Heat Pump Water Heater (EcoCute)	Details	80,000 yen/unit	Detached houses: Up to 2 units Multi-family residences: Up to 1 unit
Electric Heat Pump & Gas Instantaneous Combined Water Heater (Hybrid Water Heater)	Details	100,000 yen/unit
Home Fuel Cell (EneFarm)	Details	180,000 yen / unit

② Performance Addition Amount

① For the water heater mentioned above, if it meets higher performance requirements (A-C), a fixed amount will be subsidized according to its performance.

※A-C applies only to water heaters or auxiliary equipment that meet the performance requirements.

Installed Water Heater	Addition Requirements		Subsidy Amount (Addition Amount)
Installed Water Heater	Addition Requirements		Either	Both
Heat Pump Water Heater (EcoCute)	Details	A	20,000 yen / unit	50,000 yen / unit
Heat Pump Water Heater (EcoCute)	Details	B	40,000 yen / unit	50,000 yen / unit
Electric Heat Pump & Gas Instantaneous Combined Water Heater (Hybrid Water Heater)	Details	A	30,000 yen / unit	50,000 yen / unit
	Details	B	30,000 yen / unit	50,000 yen / unit
Home Fuel Cell (Enefarm)	Details	C	20,000 yen / unit

③ Removal Addition Amount

① If the following removal work is carried out in conjunction with the installation of the water heater, a fixed amount will be subsidized according to the work.

Content of Work	Subsidy Amount (Additional Amount)	Maximum Subsidy
Removal of Heat Storage Heating Equipment	100,000 yen / unit	Up to 2 units
Removal of Electric Water Heaters	50,000 yen / unit	Up to the number of units receiving subsidies in ①

※This additional measure will be implemented with a budget of 4 billion yen and is expected to end once the budget is reached.
※This applies only to removals conducted after November 2, 2023, in conjunction with the installation of high-efficiency water heaters during renovation work (if receiving subsidies for high-efficiency water heaters under the Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project, additional amounts for removals cannot be received). Applications must be submitted at the time of the installation grant application.
※Please note that the removal of EcoCute systems is not eligible for additional amounts.
※The removal of heat storage heating equipment may change your contracted electricity rate plan. For details, please contact your electricity provider.

Application Categories and Registered Contractors

In principle, each subsidy contractor^※ will carry out the application procedures according to the following application categories.

※You must be registered in advance as a water heating energy-saving contractor.

新築分譲住宅

既存住宅
（リフォーム）

その他

既存住宅（購入）

契約の種類に応じた契約

契約に基づく事業者

新築住宅（リフォーム）

Newly Built Subdivision Houses

Existing Houses
(Renovation)

※1No distinction is made between single-family homes and multi-family housing. The same applies below.
※2The leases eligible for subsidies under this project can be found here.

Start Date and Application Period for Grants

The definitions of the start date, as well as the periods when applications and reservations for grants can be made, are as follows:

Purchase/Construction Type

Type of House Installed	Start Date	Reservations Can Be Made After	Grant Applications Can Be Made After
Custom-Built New Houses	Construction Start Date	Construction Start Date	House Handover
Newly Built Subdivided Houses	Date of Handover for the House	Conclusion of Real Estate Sales Contract	House Handover
Existing Houses (Renovation)	Start Date for Water Heater Installation (First Unit)	Start Date for All Contracted Work	Handover of the Construction or Whichever is Earlier: Start of Water Heater Use by Joint Contractor
Existing Houses (Purchase)	Date of Handover for the House	Conclusion of Real Estate Sales Contract	Handover of the House

Lease Utilization Type

House to be Installed	Construction Start Date	Reservations Possible After	Application for Handover Possible After
Newly Built Custom Houses	Date of Handover for the House	Conclusion of Lease Contract	Handover of the House
Newly Built Subdivided Houses	Date of Handover for the House		Handover of the House
Existing Houses (Renovation)	Start Date for Water Heater Installation (First Unit)		Completion of Construction or Whichever is Earlier: Start of Water Heater Use by Joint Contractor

Method of Subsidy Refund

Registered contractors will refund the granted subsidy in a manner agreed upon in advance with the subsidy recipients.

Either	①Method to Offset Contract Amount Related to Subsidy Project
Either	②Method to Pay in Cash

※In the case of lease usage, it includes offsetting lease fees for a certain period.

Eligible Period

・Contract Period

Before the start date

・Construction Period

After November 2, 2023

※If there are any doubts regarding the construction period, additional investigations may be required.

・Application Period

From late March 2024 until the budget limit is reached
(latest by December 31, 2024)^※1^※2

※1The deadline will be announced according to the budget limit.
※2Bulk applications for collective housing, etc., are scheduled to start in May 2024.

Schedule (Tentative)

・Announcement of Target Products

Late February 2024

・Start of Application Submission

Mid to late March 2024^※1

※1Group applications for collective housing, etc., are scheduled to start in May 2024.

（Excerpt from the Energy-Saving Hot Water Supply 2024 Project Dedicated Site）

Care Renovation Subsidy

This is about the care renovation subsidy that can be used by anyone in any region if they meet the conditions, and the tax reduction system available for those who live in Kanagawa Prefecture and have carried out barrier-free renovation work.

With the declining birthrate and aging population in Japan, the increase in medical costs due to the aging population and the desire for many to receive care at home has led the Japanese government to promote home care for those who require physical assistance and support in daily life. To support those who renovate their homes for care, the government provides subsidies for renovation costs using public long-term care insurance.

We will also introduce the eligible works and application methods, so if you are considering a care renovation or plan to renovate in the future, please take a look!

Subsidy System for Elderly Housing Renovation Costs

This is a system that allows you to receive subsidies for care renovations using long-term care insurance.

This program focuses on home care and supports the independence of elderly individuals by covering necessary home modifications such as eliminating steps and installing handrails when introducing welfare equipment.

Types of Eligible Construction

1) Installation of handrails

2) Elimination of steps

3) Changes to flooring or pathway materials to prevent slipping and facilitate movement

4) Replacement of doors with sliding doors

5) Replacement of toilets with Western-style toilets

6) Other necessary home modifications related to the above

Maximum Allowable Amount

Lifetime200,000 yen (fixed amount regardless of care level)

・Insurance benefits are generally 90% (maximum 180,000 yen), 80% based on income (maximum 160,000 yen), and 70% (maximum 140,000 yen)

・Multiple applications are possible within the limit amount.

・If the care level increases (by three levels) or if a move occurs, a new maximum allowable amount of up to 200,000 yen will be set.

Application Procedure Flow

Consult with a care manager

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Select a contractor and request an estimate

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Apply to the municipality before construction

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The municipality will review the content and report the results

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Carry out the renovation work ⇨ Completion / Payment to the contractor

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Apply to the municipality for renovation cost reimbursement after construction

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Determine and provide the amount of renovation cost reimbursement

Documents Required for Pre-Application

① Application for reimbursement ② Estimate for construction costs ③ Statement of reasons for needing home modifications * ④ Documentation showing the expected condition after renovations (photos with dates or floor plans, etc.)

* The statement must be prepared by a care manager, staff from a community comprehensive support center, occupational therapist, welfare environment coordinator with certification level 2 or higher, or other equivalent qualifications.

Documents Required for Post-Application

⑤ Receipts for costs incurred for home modifications ⑥ Breakdown of construction costs ⑦ Documents confirming the state after completion of home modifications (photos of the areas such as toilets, bathrooms, hallways before and after renovations, with dates indicated) ⑧ Consent form from the homeowner (if the homeowner of the modified residence is not the user)

* However, in cases of unavoidable circumstances, it is possible to submit ① and ③ after the completion of home modifications.

For more detailed information, please visit the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s website!

Can those who undergo care renovations (barrier-free modifications) receive tax reductions?

Kanagawa Prefecture’s Property Tax Reduction System for Homes with Barrier-Free Modifications

This program supports barrier-free modifications to homes. If certain barrier-free construction work is completed by March 31, 2024, and the homeowner reports to the tax office of the ward where the house is located within three months of completion, they can receive a reduction of one-third of the property tax amount for the following fiscal year after the completion of the renovation work.

Details of the Reduction

A reduction will be applied for floor areas up to 100㎡. (No reduction will be applied for areas exceeding 100㎡.)

It is possible to apply this reduction system simultaneously with other reduction systems, so please contact the tax office housing department of the ward where your house is located.

The reduction under this system can be received only once per household.

Requirements for Reduction

① The residence must be a newly built house that has been completed for more than 10 years.

② The floor area of the house must be between 50㎡ and 280㎡.

③ At the time of application, one of the following individuals must be residing in the house (residency requirement):

1. Individuals aged 65 or older as of January 1 of the year following the completion of the renovation work.

2. Individuals who have received “Long-term Care Certification” or “Support Certification.”

3. Individuals with disabilities.

④ The following construction work must be carried out, with a personal burden amount exceeding 500,000 yen excluding subsidies:

・Widening of corridors

・Reducing the slope of stairs

・Improvement of bathrooms

・Improvement of toilets

・Installation of handrails

・Elimination of floor level differences

・Replacement with sliding doors

・Anti-slip treatment on floor surfaces

⑤You must report to the tax office housing department of the ward where the house is located within three months of the completion date of the barrier-free renovation work.

・Rental housing is not eligible. Additionally, the proportion of the residential area must be more than half.

・In the case of a condominium, the floor area of the exclusive part must be between 50㎡ and 280㎡. The renovation work must pertain to the exclusive part. (Common areas are not eligible.)

This was an introduction to the nursing care renovation subsidies available for households that meet the conditions and the property tax reduction system available for residents of Kanagawa Prefecture.

If you are interested, please consult the website of your local area or your care manager, and make sure to take advantage of it!

Target Area	All areas of Yokohama City
Eligible Applicants	※ Either ① or ② below ① Organizations formed by citizens (including those working or studying in the city) that allow free participation and engage in continuous activities Example: Neighborhood associations, NPOs, etc. ② Businesses renting the vacant house (must not have any tax arrears and must not be a violent organization as defined by Yokohama City’s ordinance on the exclusion of organized crime)
Eligible Buildings for Subsidy	1) Single-family homes located within Yokohama City (including mixed-use homes) 2) Properties that have not been used for residence or other purposes for more than one year prior to the application date 3) Properties that do not violate the Building Standards Act and are not designated as specific vacant houses 4) Properties that have seismic resistance; if not, seismic retrofitting must be conducted using this subsidy 5) Properties for which the owner has agreed to the renovation and waiver of restoration obligations etc.
Eligible Construction Work	A. Renovation work for interior and exterior aimed at contributing to “facilities that revitalize the community” (including barrier-free renovations) B. Seismic retrofitting work
Subsidy Amount	A. 1/2 of the total (up to 1,000,000 yen) B. 1/2 of the total (up to 1,500,000 yen) ※ For seismic retrofitting work, the following subsidy limit prices are set to ensure cost appropriateness. ① Foundation work: 72,700 yen/m ② Structural wall work: 72,500 yen/m ③ Roof work: 12,100 yen/㎡ ※ A and B can be used together. ※ If A and B are combined, a maximum subsidy of 2,500,000 yen will be provided.
Reference	【Community Contribution Type】Vacant House Renovation Subsidy (Yokohama City Official Website)

Target Area	All areas of Yokohama City
Eligible Applicants	※ Either ① or ② below ① Households with children who newly acquire a vacant house and move into the city from outside or relocate within the city due to household separation※1 ② Businesses that rent out vacant houses specifically to households with children or young couples moving into the city from outside or relocating within the city due to household separation ※1 Households with children under 18 years old at the time of application, or those who are pregnant ※2 Couples (including those in a de facto marriage, those who have made a reservation for marriage, and those who have made or intend to make a declaration under the Yokohama City Partnership Declaration Guidelines) with a combined age of less than 80 years at the time of application
Eligible Buildings for Subsidy	1) Single-family homes (including mixed-use homes) located in Yokohama 2) Properties that have not been occupied or used for more than one year prior to the application date 3) Properties that do not violate the Building Standards Act and are not certified as specific vacant houses 4) Properties that are earthquake-resistant; if not, they must undergo seismic retrofitting using this subsidy etc.
Eligible Construction Work for Subsidy	A. Renovation work that contributes to ensuring children’s safety and improving efficiency in household chores and childcare B. Seismic retrofitting work
Subsidy Amount	A. 1/2 of the total (up to 1,000,000 yen) B. 1/2 of the total (up to 1,500,000 yen) * For seismic retrofitting work, the following maximum subsidy unit prices are established to ensure cost appropriateness. ① Foundation work: 72,700 yen/m ② Structural wall work: 72,500 yen/m ③ Roof work: 12,100 yen/㎡ * B can only be combined if A is performed. * If both A and B are performed together, a maximum subsidy of 2,500,000 yen will be provided.
Reference	【Child-rearing Housing Type】 Subsidy for Renovation of Vacant Houses (Yokohama City Official Website)

Eligible Area	All areas of Yokohama City
Eligible Applicants	Owners or managers of block walls, etc.
Eligible Block Walls	Block walls, etc. facing roads, with a height of 1m or more, that pose a risk of collapse during an earthquake. ※ “Block walls, etc.” refers to concrete block walls, concrete walls, stone walls, permanent walls, and other similar types of walls. ※ The risk of collapse will be assessed after a prior consultation, where city staff or experts commissioned by the city will confirm the site. ※ “Roads, etc.” refers to roads as defined by the Road Act, roads specified in Article 42 of the Building Standards Act, vacant land under the provisions of Article 43, Paragraph 2, and other similar areas recognized by the mayor.
Eligible Construction Work for Subsidies	Demolition Work: Work to demolish all block walls, etc. facing roads, in principle. New Construction Work: New construction of lightweight fences, etc. (net fences, aluminum fences, and other similar walls, subject to conditions such as foundation height) or hedges, conducted in conjunction with the demolition of block walls, etc. (not applicable for roads less than 4m in width).
Subsidy Amount	Maximum 500,000 yen (combined maximum amount for demolition and new construction work) ※ The subsidy amount varies depending on the length of the eligible walls, etc. ● Less than 10m: 300,000 yen ● 10m to less than 20m: 400,000 yen ● 20m or more: 500,000 yen 【Demolition Work】 The lower amount of either 9/10 of the eligible construction costs or the amount calculated by multiplying the length by 13,000 yen/m. [New Construction Work] Half of the construction cost eligible for subsidy Or, If a new foundation is being installed… the amount obtained by multiplying the length by 37,000 yen/m If using an existing foundation… the amount obtained by multiplying the length by 18,000 yen/m If installing a hedge… the amount obtained by multiplying the length by 13,000 yen/m Whichever is the lower amount
Application Deadline	* Prior consultation is required before applying for the subsidy, and you must receive a response after a site survey, etc.
Reference	Block Wall Improvement Project (Yokohama City Official HP)

	Requirements	Details
New Construction Type	Housing with energy-saving performance equivalent to insulation performance grade 6 or 7	(1) The property must be a newly built house within the city. (2) It must have energy-saving performance with a thermal insulation performance grade of 6 or 7 (as defined by the Japanese housing performance indication standards). (3) The house must be located outside of the special warning area for sediment disasters.
Renovation Type	All openings, including windows, must have undergone thermal insulation renovation (at least ZEH level) and the house must comply with the new seismic standards.*3	(1) The property must be an existing house within the city. (2) Renovation work must be conducted that meets the energy-saving performance of ZEH level as specified in the guidelines for the subsidy program for the Eco-Friendly Housing Support Project, Section 4, Item 2 regarding thermal insulation renovation of openings. However, this does not apply to those already meeting ZEH level energy-saving performance. (3) The building must ensure seismic performance.

Child-Rearing Eco Home Support Project

Eligible Participants

①. Those who will enter into a construction contract with an eco home support contractor and carry out renovation work

②. Must be the owner of the residential property being renovated

Eligible Renovation Works

Examples of Renovation Work Not Eligible for Subsidies

Eligible Period

Period of Construction Contract Date

Period of Start Date

Subsidy Amount and Maximum Subsidy

Subsidy Amount

Multiple Renovation Works

Subsidy Limit

Increase in Subsidy Limit

① Households with children or young couples performing renovation work on their own residence

② When purchasing an existing home and performing renovations, or when receiving certification for long-term excellent housing (expansion or reconstruction)

③ Increase in subsidy limit according to ① and ②

Procedure Period

Application Reservation for Subsidy

Application Period for Subsidy

Others

Regarding Duplication of This Subsidy

Regarding Duplication with Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project, Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project, or Rental Collective Hot Water Energy Saving 2024 Project

Combination with Other Subsidies

Restrictions on Disposal of Assets

Storage of Accounting Documents

Links

List of Eligible Renovation Works

Subsidy Amount for Insulation Renovation of Exterior Walls, Roofs/Ceilings, or Floors

Standards for Eligible Construction

Classification of Insulation Materials

Subsidy Amounts by Type of Work

Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project & Energy-Saving Water Heating 2024 Project

Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project

Eligible Participants

1Enter into a construction contract with a window renovation contractor and carry out window renovation work

2Must be the owner of the residence where window renovation work is to be done

Houses eligible for subsidies

1Existing residence

2Regardless of the floor level, the classification in the table below is based on the building method

Eligible Construction Work

1Renovations corresponding to the products listed below

2Subsidy amount is 50,000 yen or more

3Examples of Renovation Work Not Eligible for Subsidy

Eligible Period

1Period for Commencing Construction

Subsidy Amount & Maximum Subsidy

1Subsidy Amount

2Maximum Subsidy

3Multiple Renovation Works

Application Period

Others

1Combination with Child-rearing Eco Home Support Project

(Excerpt from the Advanced Window Renovation 2024 Project Dedicated Site)

Water Heater Energy Saving 2024 Project

Budget

Eligible for Subsidy

Subsidy Amount and Maximum Limit

Application Categories and Registered Contractors

Start Date and Application Period for Grants

Method of Subsidy Refund

Eligible Period

Schedule (Tentative)

（Excerpt from the Energy-Saving Hot Water Supply 2024 Project Dedicated Site）

Care Renovation Subsidy

Subsidy System for Elderly Housing Renovation Costs

Types of Eligible Construction

Maximum Allowable Amount

Application Procedure Flow

Documents Required for Pre-Application

Documents Required for Post-Application

Can those who undergo care renovations (barrier-free modifications) receive tax reductions?

Kanagawa Prefecture’s Property Tax Reduction System for Homes with Barrier-Free Modifications

Details of the Reduction

Requirements for Reduction

※Currently Closed for Applications※〈Yokohama City〉Subsidy for Renovation of Vacant Houses

Eligible Areas

Eligible Buildings for Subsidy

Eligible Construction Work and Subsidy Amount

Application Deadline