If you operate a small commercial or craft business in the Rochefort Océan area with fewer than 10 employees and annual revenue below €1,000,000, you may qualify for a grant to support necessary investments for modernization. This aid, provided by CA Rochefort Océan, covers 20% of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of €6,000, enabling you to enhance your operations and improve your revenue potential.
Objectives
This scheme aims to facilitate investments that are important for the sustainability and growth of small businesses. By providing financial support for modernization efforts, it helps ensure that enterprises can adapt to changing market conditions and improve their competitiveness.
Beneficiaries
Eligible beneficiaries include:
- Commercial and craft enterprises with fewer than 10 employees, registered with the RCS or RM, and generating less than €1,000,000 in revenue.
- Project promoters planning to register their activity with the RCS or RM, also with fewer than 10 employees and projected revenues below €1,000,000.
- Established businesses, startups, or those undergoing takeover in the Rochefort Océan Agglomeration Community.
- Non-sedentary traders with a registered office in the Rochefort Océan area who primarily operate there and hold a public domain occupation authorization.
Excluded are holding companies, real estate investment companies, temporary employment agencies, financial services, and enterprises in difficulty.
Eligible operations
The grant covers tangible investments and external works aimed at modernization or improvement that positively impact revenue. Eligible expenses include:
- For sedentary businesses: external layout or equipment works (excluding terrace furniture and awnings).
- For non-sedentary businesses: sales area layout.
Not covered: mobile and production equipment, temporary signage, and devices not compliant with environmental standards.
Eligibility conditions
To qualify, businesses must:
- Be up to date with tax and social obligations.
- Ensure that investments have not commenced before the application acknowledgment date.
Grant amount
The grant provides 20% of eligible expenses, capped at €6,000. This financial support can significantly aid in modernizing your business operations.
Can I apply for this aid if my business is a startup?
Yes, startups with fewer than 10 employees and projected revenues below €1,000,000 are eligible, provided they register their activity with the RCS or RM.
What types of expenses can I use the grant for?
Eligible expenses include tangible investments for modernization, such as external layout works and sales area improvements. However, mobile equipment and temporary signage are not covered.
Is there a deadline for applying for this aid?
Currently, there is no specified deadline for applications. It’s advisable to check with CA Rochefort Océan for any updates.
What happens if my application is rejected?
If your application is rejected, you can request feedback from CA Rochefort Océan to understand the reasons and improve your application for future submissions.
Can I combine this aid with other funding sources?
Stacking rules depend on each scheme’s regulations. It’s best to consult with CA Rochefort Océan to explore potential combinations.