Heritage grants extended

Lachlan Shire Council would like to advise that the deadline to apply for a grant from our annual Local Heritage Fund to assist with conservation and restoration work has been extended to October 23, 2020.

Examples of the type of work which can be funded under this program include:

·         Stabilisation of buildings;

·         Painting in approved colour schemes;

·         Repairs to stumps, walls, roofs, doors and windows;

·         Replacement of guttering and down pipes; and

·         Reinstating missing components, including verandahs. 

The aim is to maintain, preserve or restore elements which contribute to the item’s heritage value. The funding cannot be used for improvements such as new kitchens or bathrooms. Council’s Heritage Advisor will be available to assist with colour schemes and provide free advice on proposed work.

A limit of $4,000 per grant, to match a similar contribution from the owner, is the guideline. However, this may vary depending on the number of applications received. Council will consider applications where the owner’s contribution is in the form of labour and/or materials rather than cash.

Please note that grants are not made in respect of properties on which rates are unpaid, for works already undertaken or retrospectively.

Detailed selection criteria, conditions and application forms are in the Local Heritage Fund Package. This package is available for download on Council’s website at https://www.lachlan.nsw.gov.au/planning-building/knowing-your-property/heritage.aspx  or may be collected from Council’s offices.

Applications, including quotations for the proposed work, close on Friday 23 October, 2020 and the work must be completed by Friday 23 April, 2021.

Applicants can contact Council’s Environment, Tourism and Economic Development Department on 6895 1953 to discuss the proposal.