Measure 3.5 Village Renewal and Development – Private Sector, Social Economy, Public Bodies, Community-Based

(Village Actions Measure)

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What will this Measure do?
This Measure offers new and existing businesses/organisations/groups an opportunity to develop, promote and implement village regeneration actions.

 Why?
This programme offers local people an opportunity to develop an integrated approach to regeneration to meet the challenges and contribute to the sustainability of the village.

 Who can benefit?
Applications are invited from the private sector, public bodies, social economy sector and community-based organisations.

Community/private partnerships can also apply. The percentage funding to the private sector in this instance will depend on the level of personal gain. Where the partnership benefits the wider community and there is no personal gain the available funding will be in line with the social economy threshold.

Please note: This is a competitive programme.

 What type of projects can be supported?
Contact Project Officer for advice on eligibility

A dedicated officer (a Village Enabler) will assist all applicants to ensure that projects complement village plans and have strategic fit.

Examples of projects could include:

  • Village Action Plans
  • Streetscape improvements
  • Aesthetic improvements
  • Promoting greater community inclusiveness/participation
  • Greater use of existing buildings

What type of grant and how much?

Activity

Level of support

Maximum Grant

1. Technical support for business plans or feasibility plans to help new businesses become established and to help existing businesses consolidate and expand and for bespoke training directly related to project applications( which is not on offer from any other provider ) and for marketing support

Up to 50% (Private Sector)

£5,000
Up to 75% (Social Economy Sector) £5,000
2. Grant aid towards capital and resource costs Up to 50% ( Private Sector) £40,000
Up to 75% (Social Economy Sector) £240,000

You can top up the maximum grant to £50,000 if you add an approved maximum £10,000 renewable energy element to your project.