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Vale of White Horse District Council

Section 106 funding for local projects (Vale of White Horse)

Vale of White Horse District Council passes Section 106 money paid by developers to local capital projects that mitigate the impact of new development, for example by increasing the capacity of a facility to serve a growing population. Money is tied to each S106 agreement's location and spending criteria, so groups first check what has been received for their parish. Applications are by form at any time; allow at least three months for a decision.

Apply on the funder’s site
You could get
Amount not specified
no fixed round
Deadline
Rolling
apply any time
Effort
Heavy
budgets, references, often several stages

Who can apply

  • Legally constituted organisations, applying through authorised representatives (for town and parish councils, the Clerk), for a project in the locality specified in the relevant S106 agreement(s) in Vale of White Horse district
  • Applications should have the support of the parish or town council
  • For capital projects the organisation must hold freehold or leasehold title to the property (leases with at least 10 years left) and have any consents needed from landlords or freeholders
  • Equipment or services funded must remain available to the community for at least twelve years
  • The S106 parish receipts table shows what money has been secured, received and allocated in each area

What it funds

  • Capital projects that mitigate the impact of development, usually by increasing capacity or diversifying an offering to meet the additional demands created by the new population

projects must meet the spending criteria of each S106 agreement applied to (for example within the vicinity of a development site, a project category such as outdoor sport, or a defined organisation). The council encourages projects that use energy and resources efficiently, enhance the local environment and take account of accessibility.

What it will not fund

  • Ongoing revenue running costs, unless otherwise specified
  • Minor or general repair work, unless otherwise specified
  • Retrospective funding, unless exceptional circumstances are justifiable
  • VAT your organisation can reclaim

How to apply

  1. Check the S106 parish receipts for money available in your area, and contact the Infrastructure Implementation and Funding team for advice if needed
  2. Seek the support of your parish or town council
  3. Download the latest S106 & CIL funding application form and read the guidance notes and checklist
  4. Email the completed form with all supporting evidence to infrastructureobligations@southandvale.gov.uk (or post it to Abbey House, Abbey Close, Abingdon OX14 3JE)
  5. A case officer is allocated, issues a case reference and gives periodic updates
  6. Applications over £75,000 need a higher-level decision and a legal agreement; others may also need a funding agreement before funds are released

evidence of completion is required for all funded projects.

Have ready

  • Copy of your constitution, rules or memorandum and articles, showing the applicant's authority to apply (town and parish councils: signed minutes of the decision, nominating two councillors to sign the funding agreement)
  • Budget breakdown of all funding and borrowing, with confirmation that any shortfall is covered
  • A minimum of three quotes for the whole project, addressed to your organisation with VAT shown separately (tenders for contracts over £75,000)
  • Official Land Registry copy of the register and title plan, not more than 3 months old, plus a plan or photographs of the exact project location
  • For leaseholders, a copy of the lease with explicit permission for the project
  • For new buildings: evidence of an independent Quantity Surveyor and project management plan, the build contract and specification, cost breakdown and schedule of works, and detailed designs
  • For revenue projects or mobile equipment, a statement guaranteeing community use for at least twelve years
  • Any planning, building control or listed building consents needed
  • A declaration of any Minimal Financial Assistance received in this and the previous two financial years

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