Fed Gov changes insulation rebate to $1200

What changes to this program came into effect on 2 November 2009?

On 1 November 2009 revised Program Guidelines for the Home Insulation Program were released.

The main changes are:

* Insulation assistance up to a maximum of $1,200 regardless of whether the householder owns or rents the dwelling.
* The Program funds have been capped at $2.45 billion.

A transitional phase will apply to householders and installers who have pre-booked installations to occur between 2 November and 16 November 2009. Installers must lodge claims for quoted work completed before 16 November 2009 before 1 December 2009.

The Home Insulation Program will run until 31 December 2011 or until the funds have been fully allocated.