Aid for micro-businesses: check the conditions of the aid
Aid for micro-businesses — Encourage the maintenance and creation of jobs; encourage the creation, development and takeover-transfer of small businesses; encourage the creation of activities not yet present in the territory; encourage the maintenance of activities in village centres; and strengthen the attractiveness of the territory. The operations mentioned concern: property fit-out (excluding land): creation, modernisation and extension of business premises; depreciable fittings and furniture; separating access to the home from commercial access during modernisation; energy-saving works (except photovoltaic panels, which are not eligible); improvement of working conditions and safety; accessibility works for shops and establishments open to the public under Law no. 2005-102 of 11 February 2005. Shop front: renovation and extension (full works, from restoration to complete refurbishment, including glazing, anti-theft systems, lighting and signage); shop-window renovation. Equipment for round vehicles and workshop vehicles. Equipment (first investment only): new equipment (or used equipment sold by a professional and guaranteed for at least 6 months) bringing real added value to the business: increased productivity, better working conditions and safety, access to new markets, diversification of activities, excluding normal like-for-like replacement. Not eligible: replacement of equipment of the same type; purchases or works to repair damage suffered by the business; IT equipment; telecommunications equipment; cash registers; furniture not specific to an activity; used equipment without a certificate of conformity (except equipment transferred on a business takeover, in which case the reference value is that shown in the notarial deed); vehicles and trailers, except round vehicles and workshop vehicles; leased equipment; land acquisition. The access criteria and the version of the rules should be confirmed with the funder before applying.
Aid for micro-businesses is listed in the catalogue as a support scheme for certain project owners or businesses. Its stated aim is to encourage the maintenance and creation of jobs; encourage the creation, development and takeover-transfer of small businesses; encourage the creation of activities not yet present in the territory; encourage the maintenance of activities in village centres; and strengthen the attractiveness of the territory. Before building the financing plan, confirm with the funder the geographical scope, the eligible beneficiaries, the accepted expenditure and the application rules. The information below comes from the catalogue and is not official validation.
Funded by CC FerCher-Pays Florentais
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries mentioned in the catalogue: craft micro-businesses registered in the RNE, with annual turnover below €1 million excluding VAT, up to date with their tax charges and social security contributions or benefiting from a moratorium. Not eligible: agencies (estate, banking, insurance, brokerage, temporary employment, etc.); pharmacies; seasonal shops whose registered office is outside the territory; wholesale; micro-entrepreneurs and auto-entrepreneurs. Check the legal form, business size, activity, financial situation and eligible territory in the current rules.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions in the catalogue: businesses must either meet standards (environmental, safety, etc.) or be engaged in a compliance or environmental approach. the project for which the aid is granted must not risk jeopardising a business already present in the municipality and carrying out the same activity. The minimum eligible investment is €4,000. These details are taken from the catalogue and have not been officially validated. In particular, check the exclusions, age requirements, tax and social security obligations, the State aid regime and the date by which the application must be submitted.
What the scheme covers
Operations or expenditure mentioned in the catalogue: property fit-out (excluding land): creation, modernisation and extension of business premises; depreciable fittings and furniture; separating access to the home from commercial access during modernisation; energy-saving works (except photovoltaic panels, which are not eligible); improvement of working conditions and safety; accessibility works for shops and establishments open to the public under Law no. 2005-102 of 11 February 2005. Shop front: renovation and extension (full works, from restoration to complete refurbishment, including glazing, anti-theft systems, lighting and signage); shop-window renovation. Equipment for round vehicles and workshop vehicles. Equipment (first investment only): new equipment (or used equipment sold by a professional and guaranteed for at least 6 months) bringing real added value to the business: increased productivity, better working conditions and safety, access to new markets, diversification of activities, excluding normal like-for-like replacement. Not eligible: replacement of equipment of the same type; purchases or works to repair damage suffered by the business; IT equipment; telecommunications equipment; cash registers; furniture not specific to an activity; used equipment without a certificate of conformity (except equipment transferred on a business takeover, in which case the reference value is that shown in the notarial deed); vehicles and trailers, except round vehicles and workshop vehicles; leased equipment; land acquisition. Before committing, confirm the exact categories of eligible expenditure, any exclusions, the eligibility period and the supporting documents expected. Do not treat this list as validated without the official rules.
Amount and funding terms
Amount recorded in the catalogue: a grant of 20% of eligible expenditure, between €800 and €5,000. The aid cannot be combined, for the same project, with aid under the CAP (Contrat d’Appui aux Projets) tools of the Centre-Val de Loire Region, or with any aid that may in future be introduced by the State or another local authority. Cumulative aid for the same project may not exceed 50% of its cost excluding VAT. Only one grant under the “Aid for micro-businesses” scheme may be awarded per business (or per project owner) over a 3-year period (between the decisions of the governing body authorising the grants). This information has not been checked against the current rules; confirm the rate, cap, expenditure base (excluding/including VAT), minimum expenditure and combination rules with the funder.
How to apply
1. Identify the reviewing department and the funder from the source reference for this aid. 2. Obtain the rules and form currently applicable. 3. Have the eligibility of the applicant, territory and expenditure confirmed in writing. 4. Check whether the application must be submitted before the quote, order or start of works. 5. Prepare the budget, quotes and required administrative documents. The exact procedure should be confirmed with the funder.
Timeline
No reliable deadline is recorded. Check whether the scheme is open, permanent or subject to a call for projects, as well as the deadline and the date from which expenditure is eligible. The absence of a deadline in the catalogue does not mean the aid is open.
Key facts
- Funder
- CC FerCher-Pays Florentais
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €5,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Minimum amount
- €800
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 20%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
What is “Aid for micro-businesses” for?
The catalogue describes the scheme as follows: property fit-out (excluding land): creation, modernisation and extension of business premises; depreciable fittings and furniture; separating access to the home from commercial access during modernisation; energy-saving works (except photovoltaic panels, which are not eligible); improvement of working conditions and safety; accessibility works for shops and establishments open to the public under Law no. 2005-102 of 11 February 2005. Shop front: renovation and extension (full works, from restoration to complete refurbishment, including glazing, anti-theft systems, lighting and signage); shop-window renovation. Equipment for round vehicles and workshop vehicles. Equipment (first investment only): new equipment (or used equipment sold by a professional and guaranteed for at least 6 months) bringing real added value to the business: increased productivity, better working conditions and safety, access to new markets, diversification of activities, excluding normal like-for-like replacement. Not eligible: replacement of equipment of the same type; purchases or works to repair damage suffered by the business; IT equipment; telecommunications equipment; cash registers; furniture not specific to an activity; used equipment without a certificate of conformity (except equipment transferred on a business takeover, in which case the reference value is that shown in the notarial deed); vehicles and trailers, except round vehicles and workshop vehicles; leased equipment; land acquisition. This description should be confirmed in the official documentation.
What is the amount of the aid?
A grant of 20% of eligible expenditure, between €800 and €5,000. The aid cannot be combined, for the same project, with aid under the CAP (Contrat d’Appui aux Projets) tools of the Centre-Val de Loire Region, or with any aid that may in future be introduced by the State or another local authority. Cumulative aid for the same project may not exceed 50% of its cost excluding VAT. Only one grant under the “Aid for micro-businesses” scheme may be awarded per business (or per project owner) over a 3-year period (between the decisions of the governing body authorising the grants).
Who can benefit?
Craft micro-businesses registered in the RNE, with annual turnover below €1 million excluding VAT, up to date with their tax charges and social security contributions or benefiting from a moratorium. Not eligible: agencies (estate, banking, insurance, brokerage, temporary employment, etc.); pharmacies; seasonal shops whose registered office is outside the territory; wholesale; micro-entrepreneurs and auto-entrepreneurs.
What conditions should be checked?
Businesses must either meet standards (environmental, safety, etc.) or be engaged in a compliance or environmental approach. the project for which the aid is granted must not risk jeopardising a business already present in the municipality and carrying out the same activity. The minimum eligible investment is €4,000.
Which expenditure or operations can be supported?
Property fit-out (excluding land): creation, modernisation and extension of business premises; depreciable fittings and furniture; separating access to the home from commercial access during modernisation; energy-saving works (except photovoltaic panels, which are not eligible); improvement of working conditions and safety; accessibility works for shops and establishments open to the public under Law no. 2005-102 of 11 February 2005. Shop front: renovation and extension (full works, from restoration to complete refurbishment, including glazing, anti-theft systems, lighting and signage); shop-window renovation. Equipment for round vehicles and workshop vehicles. Equipment (first investment only): new equipment (or used equipment sold by a professional and guaranteed for at least 6 months) bringing real added value to the business: increased productivity, better working conditions and safety, access to new markets, diversification of activities, excluding normal like-for-like replacement. Not eligible: replacement of equipment of the same type; purchases or works to repair damage suffered by the business; IT equipment; telecommunications equipment; cash registers; furniture not specific to an activity; used equipment without a certificate of conformity (except equipment transferred on a business takeover, in which case the reference value is that shown in the notarial deed); vehicles and trailers, except round vehicles and workshop vehicles; leased equipment; land acquisition.
How do I apply?
Identify the competent funder from the associated source, ask for the current rules and form, then have eligibility and the application date confirmed before committing expenditure. The exact procedure should be confirmed with the funder.
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