The aim of the scheme
Crystal Rig Wind Farm have established a community benefit fund as part of their ongoing commitments to communities in the vicinity of the wind farm. The purpose of the fund is to enable communities to carry out improvements to their local area in any sphere, including the environment, local amenity or tourism.
Money available
Each year, the wind farm sets allocates an amount of money to the community council, who then administer its disbursement to the community. The total amount of money is based on the installed capacity of the wind farm, and is currently index linked to inflation. This is shared in agreed proportions amongst the four community councils involved in the project, which are Cockburnspath, Cranshaws, East Lammermuir and Abbey St Bathans.
You are applying to East Lammermuir for a proportion of the funds allocated to that area.
Project proposals
Consideration will be given to all types of project, which will benefit the local community, and permission to proceed will be granted for ideas, which successfully fulfill the aim of the scheme. Applications will be dealt with on receipt, however please ensure that you have the relevant quotes or permissions to avoid any delay in processing.
Criteria
Please refer to the ELCC website:
https://eastlammermuircommunitycouncil.org.uk/assessment-criteria/
Applications that do not meet the criteara will not be considdered.
How to apply
Complete this form, and Submit the form or print and return by post to:
The Treasurer
East Lammermuir CC
c/o Stenton Village Hall
Stenton
EH42 1TE
e-mail: treasurer@elcc.scot
Note to applicant: In order to process the application in the minimum time, please provide as much information about the proposal as possible, including quotes and estimates from relevant tradespersons.