Funding for Integrated Rural Development (ILE)
The state of Schleswig-Holstein promotes projects for integrated rural development. The program offers grants for investments in local basic services, rural tourism, and the preservation of cultural heritage. It aims to sustainably improve the quality of life and infrastructure in the state's rural areas.
Who is Funded
This funding is aimed at municipalities, municipal associations, and legal entities under private and public law in Schleswig-Holstein. The focus is on rural development, with certain major urban centers and densely populated areas excluded to address the specific needs of rural areas. The goal is the comprehensive strengthening and improvement of quality of life and infrastructure in these regions.
What is Funded
A variety of projects contributing to the strengthening of rural areas are funded, including investments in basic services, rural tourism, and the preservation of cultural heritage. Eligible costs cover construction measures, equipment, and certain intangible investments, while specific financing and operating expenses are excluded. Projects should cover different stages of development, from studies to concrete infrastructure investments.
Type and Extent of Funding
Funding is provided in the form of non-repayable grants, awarded as co-financing. The funding amount varies depending on the type of project and the recipient. For investments, there is a de minimis threshold and upper limits for the maximum grant. The funding intensity ranges between 53% and 65% of the eligible costs, with a minimum own contribution of 25% required.
Conditions and Requirements
Specific conditions apply for the approval and implementation of funding, including proof of economic viability and conformity with local development plans. Regulations on public procurement and transparency must be observed. Furthermore, the funding is subject to EU de minimis aid rules, with upper limits for the total amount of aid.
Application Procedure
The application process involves submitting funding applications to the responsible State Office. Project selection takes place in a competitive procedure on specific cut-off dates, based on a scoring system and a ranking. Rejection notices due to not reaching the minimum score or insufficient budget allow for improvements or re-submission.
Legal Basis
The funding for integrated rural development in Schleswig-Holstein is based on a specific state guideline from June 7, 2021. This guideline is embedded within a comprehensive legal framework that includes European regulations, the GAK framework plan, and national budgetary regulations to ensure the coherence and legality of the funding measures.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
750,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Schleswig-Holstein (excluding major urban centers Flensburg, Kiel, Lübeck, Neumünster, and localities with over 35,000 inhabitants; GAK measures only in localities with under 10,000 inhabitants)
Sectors:
Service Sector, Tourism, Education and Vocational Training, Cultural Institutions, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Beneficiaries:
Rural development, agricultural structure, coastal protection, tourism, culture, education, local supply
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Planning, Feasibility Study, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Interior, Rural Areas, Integration and Equality, Ministry of Energy Transition, Agriculture, Environment, Nature and Digitalization, European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), Federal-Länder Joint Task for the Improvement of Agricultural Structures and Coastal Protection (GAK)
Managed By:
State Office for Agriculture and Sustainable Rural Development