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Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2026

24 September 2026

Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has launched the 2026 Town and Village Renewal Scheme. Funded under Project Ireland 2040, the Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) is a key measure directly supporting the objectives of Our Rural Future and the Town Centre First (TCF) Policy. The Scheme, which was introduced in 2016, is part of a suite of measures designed to support the revitalisation of rural Ireland by focusing on stimulating town centre economic and social regeneration.

Funding will be made available for proposals which can be submitted under two distinct headings:

1. Main Scheme

2. Project Development Measure.

Main Scheme:

Focus on town centre regeneration and enhancing economic and social vibrancy in line with Town Centre First Policy

Types of projects sought:

Drive town centre regeneration.
Support town/village centre plaza development.
Develop green spaces/recreational amenities in town/village centres.
Include an emphasis on climate action elements.
Enhance streetscapes.
Support the provision of infrastructure (e.g. public realm works, service provisions, canopies etc.) to facilitate town or village centre markets (e.g. farmers markets, open-air markets, local trader markets, artisan markets or similar);
Upgrade/refurbish community centres.
Bring vacant and derelict buildings and sites back into use as multi-purpose community spaces.

Grant Level

Grant funding for Main Scheme projects will range from €50,000 to €500,000.

How to apply (Main Scheme)

• In advance of applying for the scheme, please download the scheme guidance documents: TVRS Guidance Documents

• Eligible groups can apply online at: https://submit.link/5oi

Project Development Measure:

• Funding provided to get a project shovel ready for a future funding call.

• Includes development costs, e.g. detailed design, preparation for the planning and/or procurement, consideration of climate action elements, appropriate assessments etc.

• Grant Level

The maximum funding under the Project Development Measure is €50,000 per project.

How to apply (Project Development Measure)

• In advance of applying for the scheme, please download the scheme guidance documents: TVRS Guidance Documents

• Eligible groups can apply online at: https://submit.link/5oo

For further details in respect of the scheme please contact Bernie O’Rourke borourke@cavancoco.ie

Closing date for receipt of online applications is Monday, 19th October 2026 at 12 noon.

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