Integrated Rural Development and Revitalization of Brownfield Sites (FR ILE/REVIT)
The Free State of Thuringia offers grants for investments in rural areas through its "Integrated Rural Development and Revitalization of Brownfield Sites" program. The aim is to promote sustainable development and revitalize brownfield sites, improving quality of life and reducing land consumption. The funding targets municipalities, private individuals, businesses, and associations implementing projects in village development, infrastructure improvement, or basic services.
Who is Funded: Target Groups and Geographical Reach
The funding program aims to support the development of rural areas in Thuringia and promote the revitalization of brownfield sites. It targets a wide range of applicants, from municipalities and their associations to private individuals and micro-enterprises who wish to implement projects in rural areas. Geographically, funding is limited to municipalities and districts with up to 10,000 inhabitants in Thuringia, with exceptions in the major urban centers.
What is Funded: Measures and Eligible Projects
The program supports a variety of investments and measures to strengthen rural areas and restore brownfield sites. This includes projects in village development, infrastructure improvement, and the promotion of basic services through micro-enterprises. Both investment and non-investment projects are funded, with detailed rules applying to eligible and excluded costs, as well as project phases.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program offers financial support in the form of non-repayable grants. The funding amount and rates vary significantly depending on the specific measure and applicant type, with up to 100% of eligible expenditures being covered in some cases. There are both minimum investment volumes and maximum funding caps per project or action group.
Conditions and Requirements
Funding is tied to a series of specific conditions and requirements, ranging from application submission to project implementation. These include formal application guidelines, rules for cooperation in consortia, compliance with EU state aid rules such as the De minimis Regulation, as well as provisions on budget limits and the publicity of funding.
Application Process
The application process varies depending on the specific measure but generally involves using standardized forms and submitting them to the responsible approval authorities. There are both annually fixed deadlines and the option to submit applications on an ongoing basis. Project selection occurs either at the discretion of the authorities or based on selection criteria, especially for EAFRD co-financed projects.
Legal Basis
The funding program is legitimized by a specific directive of the Free State of Thuringia and is regulated by a series of overarching European and national laws and regulations. These form the legal framework for the granting, administration, and monitoring of funding.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Varies depending on the measure; from 100% of eligible expenditures (e.g., LEADER preparation, max. 35,000 €) up to max. 2,000,000 € total expenditures for certain projects (e.g., village development, infrastructure). Small projects up to 5,000 € eligible expenditures; Regional Budget projects up to 20,000 € eligible expenditures.
Deadline:
15.01.2026, 31.01.2026, 15.02.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Thuringia (Germany), specifically rural areas and districts with up to 10,000 inhabitants, excluding districts in the major urban centers of Erfurt, Jena, and Gera.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Tourism, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other
Beneficiaries:
Rural development, village development, infrastructure, land management, basic services, tourism, IT solutions for rural areas
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Planning, Feasibility Study, Product Development, Implementation, Infrastructure, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Thuringian Ministry for Infrastructure and Agriculture, European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)
Managed By:
Thuringian State Office for Agriculture and Rural Areas (TLLLR), Thuringian State Office for Land Management and Geoinformation (TLBG), Thuringian Aufbau Bank (TAB)