Support for local crafts and shops (Champagne Picarde)
Amount or form of support: A grant of 20% of eligible costs, between €500 and €4,000 for equipment investment. Under the Energy Transition for Green Growth Act of 17 August 2015, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy dependency and improve air quality, an exceptional bonus of €500 may be granted for clean vehicles (electric, hybrid, natural gas and flexible-fuel vehicles). The business can submit one or more applications during the operation, within the €4,000 grant cap. Targeted operations: property fit-out, façade and shop front, production tools and commercial vehicles. To check before applying: the investment threshold is €2,500 to €20,000 for equipment investment and €2,500 to €7,500 for the purchase of a commercial vehicle.
Support the development of activities. Target audience: craft, retail or service businesses registered in the trade register or trades register, located in one of the communes of the Communauté de communes de la Champagne Picarde, with annual revenue below €1,000,000 excluding VAT. Area concerned: local aid.
Funded by CC Champagne Picarde
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Who can apply
Craft, retail or service businesses registered in the trade register or the trades register; located in one of the communes of the Communauté de communes de la Champagne Picarde; with annual revenue below €1,000,000 excluding VAT; up to date with their tax and social obligations; with at least three years of activity and at least one set of accounts for the last year. Not eligible: health businesses (medical practices, etc.); liberal professions; business services, engineering and consultancy firms; seasonal shops.
Eligibility conditions
The investment threshold is between €2,500 and €20,000 for equipment investment, and between €2,500 and €7,500 for the purchase of a commercial vehicle.
What the scheme covers
Property fit-out: interior fit-out, layout, compliance, modernisation, security, etc.; façade and shop front: sign, lighting, complete works from restoration to refurbishment, anti-theft system, etc.; production tools: any equipment, machine or tool that adds value to the business; commercial vehicles (a used vehicle is accepted only if bought from an approved dealer with a minimum 3-month warranty). Not eligible: simple equipment renewal; purchase of a business, commercial premises or land to build business premises; purchases under a lease with option to purchase (leasing, etc.); property projects carried out by a property company (SCI); construction costs directly linked to residential use; purchases of vehicles ”; purchases of land and commercial premises; consumables; labour costs for works carried out by the business for itself; IT investment receiving a regional grant; “eco-contributions”, a State tax for the benefit of the environment.
Amount and funding terms
A grant of 20% of eligible costs, between €500 and €4,000 for equipment investment. Under the Energy Transition for Green Growth Act of 17 August 2015, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy dependency and improve air quality, an exceptional bonus of €500 may be granted for clean vehicles (electric, hybrid, natural gas and flexible-fuel vehicles). The business can submit one or more applications during the operation, within the €4,000 grant cap. Beyond the €4,000 cap, the waiting period of 2 years from the date of the last order applies before the business can receive new aid from the Communauté de communes de la Champagne Picarde.
How to apply
To prepare an application under “Soutien à l’artisanat et au commerce de proximité”, first compare the project with the operations and beneficiaries indicated in this entry. Gather a project presentation, a budget and the administrative documents requested by the managing body. Check the application rules and the eligibility of costs before making any commitment.
Timeline
No end date is currently known for this scheme. Confirm the opening and timetable with the managing body before applying.
Key facts
- Funder
- CC Champagne Picarde
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €4,000
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- Minimum amount
- €500
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- Funding rate
- 20%
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- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Which projects can this aid support?
Property fit-out: interior fit-out, layout, compliance, modernisation, security, etc.; façade and shop front: sign, lighting, complete works from restoration to refurbishment, anti-theft system, etc.; production tools: any equipment, machine or tool that adds value to the business; commercial vehicles (a used vehicle is accepted only if bought from an approved dealer with a minimum 3-month warranty). Not eligible: simple equipment renewal; purchase of a business, commercial premises or land to build business premises; purchases under a lease with option to purchase (leasing, etc.); property projects carried out by a property company (SCI); construction costs directly linked to residential use.
Who can benefit?
Craft, retail or service businesses registered in the trade register or the trades register; located in one of the communes of the Communauté de communes de la Champagne Picarde; with annual revenue below €1,000,000 excluding VAT; up to date with their tax and social obligations; with at least three years of activity and at least one set of accounts for the last year. Not eligible: health businesses (medical practices, etc.); liberal professions; business services, engineering and consultancy firms; seasonal shops.
What amount and timetable should I plan for?
A grant of 20% of eligible costs, between €500 and €4,000 for equipment investment. Under the Energy Transition for Green Growth Act of 17 August 2015, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy dependency and improve air quality, an exceptional bonus of €500 may be granted for clean vehicles (electric, hybrid, natural gas and flexible-fuel vehicles). The business can submit one or more applications during the operation, within the €4,000 grant cap. The end date and status must be confirmed in the official information.
Official source
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