LEADER/ Rural Development Programme (RDP)
2007 - 2013
The new LEADER/ Rural Development Programme (RDP) commenced in February 2009. Individuals, businesses and community groups are all eligible to apply. Funding through the Rural Development Programme 2007 – 2013 will be allocated to innovative projects under the following measures:
- On – farm diversification into non agricultural activities
- Support for business creation and development
- Encouragement of tourism activities
- Basic services for the economy and rural population
- Village renewal and development
- Conservation and upgrading of rural heritage
- Training and information
LEADER / RDP Grant Rates & Ceilings
As a general rule the following maximum rates and ceilings apply. However there are certain restrictions - your Development Officer will inform you if they apply to your project. In addition the Board has the final say on grant rates and ceilings and can reduce them if they deem it to be appropriate.
Capital Assistance Grants
Individuals, sole traders and companies 50% to a max of €150,000
Community groups / non-profit companies 75% to a max of €150,000
** In exceptional circumstances and subject to prior approval by the Department, community groups undertaking flagship projects may receive higher ceilings
Technical Assistance (Feasibility Studies/ Development Plans)
Individuals, sole traders and companies 75% to a max of €30,000
Community groups / non-profit companies 90% to a max of €30,000
Training Grants
Training Courses 100% to a max of €150,000
Capital Equipment (Community) 75% to a max of €150,000
Capital Equipment (private) 50% to a max of €150,000
Geographic Area Covered
Please note that under the new programme, projects undertaken in the Tralee UDC area are no longer eligible.
For examples of eligible projects that can be funded through LEADER RDP please contact your local office or download our booklet by clicking
here
Please contact you local officer for assistance in completing the application form. Application forms to follow soon.
Castleisland Area: Sean Linnane – 066-7142576 –
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Tralee Area: Alison Healy – 066-7180190 –
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Listowel Area: Mary Stack – 068-23429 –
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Rural Enterprise Support
Are you interested in setting up a rural enterprise and need some advice as to what to do next?
Need to develop your business idea further?
Need one to one mentoring support with your business?
Interested in applying for LEADER funding for your micro business?
Speak to NEKD’s Rural Enterprise and Business Specialist
Helen Courtney Power on 066-7180190 or email
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Please complete the business enquiry form as attached and send to the above address.
Heritage Seminar, 25th August 2011
7.30pm
Scartaglin Heritage Centre
For more information
To attend text REG4 to 51444
NEKD in association with Heritage Officer and Kerry County Council has produced a heritage brochure for Heritage Week 2011. Click here for brochure.
