Neighborhoods in Transition
The state of North Rhine-Westphalia supports municipalities through the "Neighborhoods in Transition" program in upgrading urban and district areas facing specific challenges. The aim is to improve the living environment, promote climate protection, and foster sustainable development through investment-based construction measures, such as the development of brownfield sites, creation of green spaces, and modernization of public facilities.
Who is Funded: Target Groups and Geographical Scope
The "Neighborhoods in Transition" program is explicitly aimed at municipalities in North Rhine-Westphalia. It seeks to support urban and district areas affected by various challenges, with the goal of sustainably improving their quality of life and promoting climate-friendly development.
What is Funded: Projects and Measures
The program supports a range of investment-based construction measures that contribute to the upgrading of residential areas. This includes the development of land, the design of public spaces, and the modernization of important infrastructure. Specific cost categories outlining the funded activities are defined.
Type and Scope of Funding
The "Neighborhoods in Transition" program offers financial support in the form of grants. The maximum funding rate is up to 90 percent of eligible expenses, with funding provided proportionally by EU, state, and federal funds, as well as a municipal co-financing share. The total budget of EU funding is fixed.
Conditions and Requirements
To participate in the "Neighborhoods in Transition" program, specific requirements must be met, including the submission of integrated action concepts and adherence to criteria for delimitation from other funding programs. Compliance with EU state aid rules is also crucial.
Application Procedure
The application process for "Neighborhoods in Transition" is two-stage, comprising an informal application followed by a detailed application via an online portal in the event of a funding recommendation. Project selection is carried out via a scoring procedure.
Legal Basis
The "Neighborhoods in Transition" funding is legitimized by a specific funding announcement and a series of overarching national and European legal provisions and guidelines. These form the legal framework for program implementation and administration.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
up to 90% of eligible expenditures
Allocated Budget:
113 million Euros in EU funding
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany)
Sectors:
Construction and Building Materials, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Service Sector, Cultural Institutions
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Home Affairs, Municipal Affairs, Building and Digitalization of North Rhine-Westphalia
Managed By:
Responsible District Government of North Rhine-Westphalia
Additional Partners:
European Union (EU)