Funding Guideline Rural Development – RL LE/2014

This funding program in the Free State of Saxony targets a wide range of actors committed to the development of rural areas. Eligible for funding are both private and public institutions and associations that implement measures for rural restructuring or Integrated Rural Development. The funding is geographically limited to rural areas and specific settlement structures in Saxony to ensure a targeted strengthening of agricultural structure and economic power.

The program supports measures for Rural Restructuring and Integrated Rural Development in Saxony. The funding items cover a range of activities aimed at improving agricultural structure and strengthening rural areas, from land management to infrastructure measures. Eligible are expenditures directly serving the funding purpose, with specific exclusions and regulations for own contributions to be observed. The measures are in various stages of development, from planning to implementation.

Funding is exclusively provided in the form of grants. The amount of the grant varies depending on the type of measure and the specific conditions of the procedure or project. For rural restructuring measures, the funding rate is between 65 and 90 percent of the total eligible expenditures, depending on the agricultural comparative value (LVZ) of the procedure area or specific objectives. For integrated rural development, the funding rates are based on the requirements of the Saxon State Ministry for Regional Development.

The Rural Development Funding Guideline in Saxony sets clear conditions and requirements for applying and implementing funded measures. These include regulations on the start of the project, the dedicated use of funded assets, and state aid provisions. There are specific guidelines for budget utilization and general provisions regarding the discretion of the approving authority.

The application procedure for rural development funding in Saxony requires careful preparation and submission to the competent local authorities. The approving authorities decide on applications within their discretion and available funds. Specific regulations apply to the disbursement of grants, which may vary depending on the applicant and the amount of funding.

The Rural Development Funding Guideline in the Free State of Saxony is based on a comprehensive legal foundation that includes both state and federal law as well as European provisions. It serves as the authoritative document for granting subsidies in the field of rural development and ensures compliance with national budget regulations and EU state aid rules.