Rural Retail Support Scheme
Purpose indicated in the catalogue: strengthening the retail fabric and economic attractiveness of key rural towns and their role as drivers for the surrounding rural areas. Beneficiaries mentioned: private individuals and legal entities registered in the trade and companies register (Kbis) or the trades register and meeting the following criteria: fewer than 10 employees; annual or forecast turnover below €1 million; more than 50% of turnover from selling goods or services to private individuals; up to date with their tax and social security obligations; supported by a suitable organisation or one approved by the Grand Est Region in the case of a creation or takeover. “Priority beneficiaries” are structures operating retail premises with a ground-floor shop window in a municipality of the Argonne Ardennaise territory, other than the ineligible activities listed below. Not eligible: auto-entrepreneurs; seasonal activities; pop-up shops; accounting, financial and insurance services; estate agencies; liberal, medical and paramedical professions, as well as tourism-related ones. Funding: a grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, between €2,000 and €20,000. Only one application may be submitted over the 2025-2027 period. Before applying, confirm the version of the rules, the status of the scheme and the eligible costs with the relevant body.
The “Support scheme for shops in rural areas” scheme is presented in the catalogue as support intended to: strengthening the retail fabric and economic attractiveness of key rural towns and their role as drivers for the surrounding rural areas. The information below covers the operations, beneficiaries and funding, without treating the catalogue data as confirmation that the scheme is currently open. Area indicated: territorial aid.
Funded by CC de l'Argonne Ardennaise
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: private individuals and legal entities registered in the trade and companies register (Kbis) or the trades register and meeting the following criteria: fewer than 10 employees; annual or forecast turnover below €1 million; more than 50% of turnover from selling goods or services to private individuals; up to date with their tax and social security obligations; supported by a suitable organisation or one approved by the Grand Est Region in the case of a creation or takeover. “Priority beneficiaries” are structures operating retail premises with a ground-floor shop window in a municipality of the Argonne Ardennaise territory, other than the ineligible activities listed below. Not eligible: auto-entrepreneurs; seasonal activities; pop-up shops; accounting, financial and insurance services; estate agencies; liberal, medical and paramedical professions, as well as tourism-related ones. Check the exclusions, eligible size and legal form and the area with the funder.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions mentioned in the catalogue: detailed conditions not recorded. These conditions must be compared with the rules in force and the applicant’s situation before concluding on eligibility.
What the scheme covers
Operations mentioned in the catalogue: works and fit-out needed to maintain or develop the activity; purchase of equipment, excluding simple replacement. Second-hand equipment is eligible under certain conditions. Productive investment is not eligible. Check the cost base, exclusions, combination rules and whether the application must be made before signing the quote or starting the project.
Amount and funding terms
Amount indicated in the catalogue: a grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, between €2,000 and €20,000. Only one application may be submitted over the 2025-2027 period. This amount and its caps should not be considered confirmed until the current rules and budget availability have been checked.
How to apply
1. Confirm with the funder that the scheme is open and that the rules used are the version in force. 2. Check the eligibility criteria and exclusions. 3. Have the cost base, caps and combination rules confirmed. 4. If a prior application is required, obtain the acknowledgement of receipt before signing a quote or starting costs. 5. Keep the supporting documents and follow the official application procedure.
Timeline
No end date is recorded in the source catalogue. Check the current status and any extension with the funder.
Key facts
- Funder
- CC de l'Argonne Ardennaise
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €20,000
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- Minimum amount
- €2,000
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- Funding rate
- 50%
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- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the “Support scheme for shops in rural areas” scheme?
Strengthening the retail fabric and economic attractiveness of key rural towns and their role as drivers for the surrounding rural areas.
Who may be concerned by this aid?
The catalogue mentions: private individuals and legal entities registered in the trade and companies register (Kbis) or the trades register and meeting the following criteria: fewer than 10 employees; annual or forecast turnover below €1 million; more than 50% of turnover from selling goods or services to private individuals; up to date with their tax and social security obligations; supported by a suitable organisation or one approved by the Grand Est Region in the case of a creation or takeover. “Priority beneficiaries” are structures operating retail premises with a ground-floor shop window in a municipality of the Argonne Ardennaise territory, other than the ineligible activities listed below. Not eligible: auto-entrepreneurs; seasonal activities; pop-up shops; accounting, financial and insurance services; estate agencies; liberal, medical and paramedical professions, as well as tourism-related ones. This does not replace checking the criteria and exclusions in the rules in force.
What amount or type of support is provided?
A grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, between €2,000 and €20,000. Only one application may be submitted over the 2025-2027 period. Check the amount actually available, the caps and the combination rules with the funder.
Which costs or operations can be taken into account?
Works and fit-out needed to maintain or develop the activity; purchase of equipment, excluding simple replacement. Second-hand equipment is eligible under certain conditions. Productive investment is not eligible. Have the eligible cost base and whether a prior application is needed confirmed before any commitment.
Official source
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