Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 July 2022
2195. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the status of the town and village renewal scheme following recent expressions of interest submitted to local authorities; if her Department has received funding applications from local authorities; if so, the likely timeline in approving applications; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41274/22]
View answerIn line with the provisions of Our Rural Future, the Town and Village Renewal Scheme aims to assist with the rejuvenation of rural towns and villages throughout Ireland, making them more attractive places to live, work and visit. The Scheme has seen over 1400 projects benefit from almost €113 million in funding since its inception in 2016.
The 2022 Scheme was launched in May of this year, and I recently announced €7.5 million in funding to re-develop 36 derelict and vacant properties across rural Ireland into new community hubs under the new 2022 Building Acquisition Measure, which forms part of the overarching Town and Village Renewal Scheme.
The deadline for applications to the Department under the main measures of the Scheme was 22 July 2022. I expect to be in a position to announce successful applicants later this year.
