Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS)

Who can apply?

Groups in towns and villages with populations of 10,000 or less can submit proposals for funding under this scheme.

Proposals from towns with populations of up to 15,000 may also be considered where there is a strong need for investment and the project will have a substantial impact on the town.

What kind of projects are funded?

Projects that are funded under this scheme contribute to the economic or social vibrancy of the town or village. Examples might include projects that:

• Enhance the streetscape
• Create green spaces or recreational amenities in centre of the town or village
• Provide infrastructure to support town or village markets, like farmers markets or artisan markets
• Bring vacant and derelict buildings back into use as community spaces
• Refurbish existing community centres

Projects must be completed within a 12 to 18 month time period.

How much is available?

Under the 2025 scheme, each local authority can select the following number of applications of varying scale.

Main Scheme

• 3 applications: funding €50,000 to €300,000 per application
• 1 application: funding €50,000 to €500,000 per application

Project Development Measure

• 2 applications: funding of up to €50,000 per application 

Building or Land Acquisition Measure

• Up to 3 applications: total fund of up to €500,000 per local authority

How are proposals selected?

Proposals are selected in a competitive process that assesses:

• How well the project meets the aims of the scheme
• The rationale for the project
• Value for money
• How realistically the project can be achieved within the required time period

How do I apply?

Once the scheme is announced by the Department of Rural and Community Development each year, local authorities make a callout for proposals from town and village groups. 

To submit a proposal, download and complete the Expression of Interest form from your local authority's website. Check your local authority's website for full details about submitting your application, including the closing date.