Calling all landlords! New Shop Improvement Grant in Horsham

Wednesday, 12 January 2022 08:00

Horsham District Council is launching a new Shop Improvement Grant Scheme for landlords across the Horsham District.

If you own a vacant property in Horsham District, you can apply for a grant of up to £4,000 to improve your premises and make it more attractive and ready for a tenant.

The new scheme will help landlords by offering 50% towards the costs of the improvement work up to the sum of £4,000, with 50% match funding from landlords. This scheme is aimed at making vacant premises more vibrant and easier to renew for long-term tenants.

Also, due to popular demand, the Shop Improvement Grant Scheme for business owners is reopening with renewed grant funding. If you are a business owner, with a property in Horsham District, you can apply for up to £4,000 to refurbish your outlet with only 25% match funding needed.

Commenting on the new grant opportunities, Cllr Jonathan Chowen, Leader of Horsham District Council and Cabinet Member for the Local Economy said:

I am really pleased that we are now offering funding to benefit landlords in making their vacant properties more attractive for potential tenants.

This very much supports our overall aim to rebuild a stronger local economy as we continue to emerge from lockdown.

The Shop Improvement Grants Scheme for Landlords, and the relaunch of the Shop Improvement Grant Scheme for Businesses, will open on 11 January 2022. Applicants will hear within four weeks of applying if they have been successful. Both grant schemes will remain open until all funding has been committed.

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