What is the Dartford Neighbourhood CIL Fund?
The Dartford Neighbourhood CIL Fund was set to help local organisations that needed that extra financial support for project completion. Specifically covering the unparished parts of Dartford Borough, this involves areas without a town or parish council. For Dartford this covers Brent, Bridge, Burnham, Heath, Joydens Wood (part), Maypole & Leyton Cross (part), Newtown, Princes (part), Temple Hill, Town or West Hill electoral wards.
The Fund looks for projects that would deliver:
- Cultural/Sports facilities
- Neighbourhood/Community facilities
- Parks, play areas and open green spaces
- Walking/Cycling routes and facilities
- Public transport/Highway upgrades
- Riverside enhancement/Flood risk management
- Local education/Health/Care services
In January 2023, the Council allocated £500,000 towards six projects (ranging in cost from £6,000 to £430,000) to be delivered by the end of 2023/2024. A similar totally is likely to be provided in 2024/2025 if the community come forward with exciting suitable proposals.