[Home Energy Conservation] Review of requirements for exterior windows and doors (from September 15th)
Posted: May 2025, 8
This article explains the revised requirements for exterior windows and doors to be installed on or after November 28, 2025.
*Please check the Home Energy Saving Campaign website for the latest information.
https://jutaku-shoene2026.mlit.go.jp/
Review contents
①Exterior windows and doors that fall under the following categories are not eligible for subsidies:
a) Exterior windows and doors that are installed by creating new openings in exterior walls, etc.
B) Exterior windows installed by expanding existing openings
c) Exterior windows and doors that are installed by changing the position of the opening
*As an exception, an exterior wall with an opening may be removed during an extension.
Newly installed exterior walls will have openings of the same size and number as the existing openings.
Exterior windows and doors are eligible for subsidies.
(When applying, you can check the location, number, and size of exterior windows and doors before and after the extension.
(Drawings must be submitted)


② When installing exterior windows and doors with a number of sashes that exceeds the number of sashes before the replacement work,
The sash in question is not eligible for subsidies.
*Subsidies are available up to the same number as existing sashes.


Due to strength limitations, it was not possible to install a replacement product of the same size.
If it is unavoidable to install the product in the minimum division,
Subsidies are available for installed products.
(If necessary, you may be asked to submit catalogs, etc. from product manufacturers.)
Some of the new sashes are being renovated using advanced window renovation techniques.
It is not possible to apply for a portion of the amount to the Child-rearing Green Housing Support Program.
(Both programs will be subsidized up to the same number as existing sashes.)
FAQ
Q: How do I measure the size of exterior windows and doors?
A: In principle, the size before construction will be confirmed by the before and after photos submitted.
The size after construction will be confirmed by checking the size of the exterior windows and doors listed on the performance certificate.
If necessary, you may be asked to submit scale photographs or drawings.
Q: What is "Opening Expansion"?
A: The expansion of the opening is the opening opened for the exterior window or door.
This means that the area increases.
Therefore, it is possible to change the size of exterior windows and doors as long as the opening area does not increase.
(e.g. changing a vertical exterior window to a horizontal one)
Also, you cannot add up the areas of multiple openings and replace them with a larger exterior window or door.
Q: Can I exchange my old standard size exterior windows and doors for new standard sizes?
A: Subsidies are not available for items that involve expanding the opening.
However, as an exception, when replacing products with the new standard size,
If the opening needs to be widened and the width is less than 11cm in both length and width,
It will be eligible for assistance.
Please note the following points when applying:
- Subsidies cannot be received for more products than the number of products before the exchange.
If any doubts arise during the inspection, the exterior windows before replacement will be checked using a scale, etc.
We may ask for a photo to confirm the size of the door.
(If you are unable to submit this, you will not be eligible for the subsidy.)
Points to note
Regardless of the construction contract date and the start date of the entire renovation work included in the contract,
Applies to exterior windows and doors replaced or installed after September 2025, 11.
However,Submission of BELS evaluation report or existing housing performance evaluation report, etc.By
After the renovation,A home that meets insulation performance grade 5about,
Even if the above applies, you are eligible for subsidy.
*If you falsify the replacement (installation) date of exterior windows or doors and attempt to receive this subsidy,
Strict action will be taken.
The subsidized business operator (registered business operator) that submitted the application for grant will carry out the procedure.
All grant applications may be invalidated and grant decisions may be revoked..
(Article 2025 of the Business Registration Regulations (Advanced Window Renovation 10 Project))
If you are planning any of the above construction work, please check the construction schedule.
It's important to check the requirements and apply!
If you miss the latest information...
I don't have all the necessary documents to apply for a grant.
- Delays in application procedures
In the worst case scenario, you may not be able to receive the subsidy.
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(Author: Murata)

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