LEADER Funding Guideline (RL LEADER/2014) Closed
The LEADER Funding Guideline of the Free State of Saxony supports projects for the sustainable development of rural areas within the framework of recognized LEADER Development Strategies (LES). The program offers grants for strategy preparation, project implementation, inter-territorial cooperation, and LES administration. It is a central instrument for strengthening Saxony's rural areas and unleashing their potential.
Who is funded
This program targets a wide range of actors in the Free State of Saxony committed to sustainable rural development. It includes local communities, private and public legal entities, and partnerships that are active or wish to become active in the defined LEADER areas. The funding aims to strengthen rural regions and unleash their potential.
What is funded
The program supports a wide range of projects for rural development, from strategy development and the implementation of specific projects to cooperation and administrative measures. Both investment and non-investment measures are eligible for funding, with certain cost categories clearly defined and others explicitly excluded. The funded projects contribute to the sustainable strengthening of rural areas.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program offers financial support in the form of non-repayable grants. Funding amounts vary depending on the type of project, with the highest rates achievable for project implementation and cooperation. There are also defined minimum funding amounts to ensure efficient allocation of funds.
Conditions and Requirements
To receive funding, applicants must meet a number of general conditions and specific requirements tailored to the respective type of project. These include legal regulations, financial aspects, cooperation conditions, and accountability obligations.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for LEADER funding in Saxony is clearly structured and requires the submission of detailed documents to the responsible district offices. The selection of projects is multi-stage, with a positive vote from the Local Action Group (LAG) forming a crucial basis. The final funding decision rests with the approving authority.
Legal Basis
The LEADER Funding Guideline (RL LEADER/2014) is the central legal basis for this program in Saxony. It is based on the Rural Development Program for the Free State of Saxony (EPLR) and numerous EU regulations that govern the financing and implementation within the framework of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD). These regulations ensure the legitimacy and compliance with European and national requirements.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
Up to 100 percent of the total eligible costs
Open Until:
31.12.2020
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Free State of Saxony (Germany), especially municipalities with up to 60,000 inhabitants and rural areas in larger municipalities, excluding Chemnitz, Dresden, Leipzig.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Construction and Building Materials, Research and Development, Service Sector, Tourism
Beneficiaries:
Infrastructure, Agriculture & Rural Development, Regional Development
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Feasibility Study
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Saxon State Ministry for Regional Development, Saxon State Ministry for Energy, Climate Protection, Environment and Agriculture
Managed By: District Office
Additional Partners: Local Action Groups (LAGs), Local public and private partners (within/outside the EU)
Website: Zuständiges Landratsamt