“Ixtri Proprjetà Sostenibbli” Scheme Now Launched

Minister for Justice and Construction and the Reform of the Construction Sector, Jonathon Attard and the BCA’s Chief executive Officer Perit Roderick Bonnici launched “Ixtri proprjetà sostenibbli”, adminsitered by the BCA.

This new scheme aims to encourage the purchase of environmentally friendly homes.

The government is offering finical grants up to €9,000 over three years, for buyers of properties that meet specified sustainability standards.

Minister for Justice and Construction and the Reform of the Construction Sector, Jonathon Attard and the BCA’s Chief executive Officer Perit Roderick Bonnici launched “Ixtri proprjetà sostenibbli”, adminsitered by the BCA.

Minister Attard explained that this scheme forms part of the government’s broader strategy aligned with the Malta 2050 Vision in order to increase homeownership while promoting sustainable construction practices.

The scheme is open to all, including both first-time and second-time buyers, and is specifically designed to encourage the purchase of energy-efficient properties hence the title of the scheme.

Minister Attard also explained, that when combined with existing incentives, eligible individuals could receive up to €30,000 in total financial assistance. This includes a €10,000 grant for first-time buyers, an exemption from stamp duty on the first €200,000 of the property’s value, and a new sustainability-related grant, the amount of which depends on the home’s energy performance.

To qualify for the scheme, properties must be purchased on or after 1 January 2025. Applications open on Monday, 19 May 2025, and the property must be bought by 30 September 2025, when the scheme is scheduled to close.

Buyers of Net Zero properties—homes that generate more energy than they consume—will be eligible for €3,000 annually for three years, amounting to a total of €9,000. Those purchasing homes that are at least 20% more energy-efficient than the minimum EU standards will receive €1,500 per year for three years, for a total of €4,500.

Perit Roderick Bonnici explained that applicants must submit the final deed of sale along with the as-built Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of the property, rather than an EPC based solely on design plans. Only one application per property and one per individual will be accepted.

Applications will be submitted electronically via the official website bca.gov.mt starting from 19 May 2025. While the scheme is set to run until 30 September 2025, it may close earlier if the allocated funds are exhausted.

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