Applications open for community project funding in Salisbury: How to apply

Paul JonesJuly 28, 20260 Comment0

COMMUNITY groups, organisations and others are being urged to apply for funding to back ideas that will improve their communities.

Salisbury City Council (SCC) has opened applications for the latest round of funding from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), collected from developers for projects around the city.

“From community buildings and green spaces to accessible paths and cycle routes, this funding can help turn collective community aspirations into real projects that benefit Salisbury residents and respond to growth challenges,” an SCC spokesperson said.

Grants from the pot can be used for the “provision, improvement, replacement, operation or maintenance of infrastructure, or other measures that support your area’s development”, they added.

SCC is welcoming applications for projects that demonstrate a clear link to supporting the development of Salisbury, mitigating the impacts of growth, or addressing increased demand arising from new housing and development.

Funding from the Salisbury pot could support projects such as:

Community facilities and buildings
Parks and open spaces
Recreation and sports facilities
Walking and cycling improvements
Accessibility improvements
Highway and road safety schemes
Environmental and biodiversity projects
Public realm enhancements
Heritage and cultural infrastructure

Applicants can also discuss potential projects with council officers before submitting an application.

Cllr Victoria Charleston, chair of the Communities Committee, said: “The money is there to support residents and communities to improve Salisbury. We want your help to spend this money on projects that are really important to you.

“If you have a good idea that you think would make things better for the people in your area – whether it’s new water fountains, a playpark, or perhaps community centre improvements – come and speak to us.”

Anyone with idea who isn’t sure it’s eligible, or wants more information, should contact Andrew Hunt, corporate manager, by email to ahunt@salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk.

To find out more about the scheme, and to apply for CIL funding, download and complete the Stage 1 Gateway/Expression of Interest Form from the Salisbury City Council website.