If you operate an industrial enterprise in the Caudresis-Cartesis area of Hauts-de-France, you may qualify for a grant to support your real estate investments. This scheme provides funding for the acquisition, rehabilitation, or construction of industrial buildings, with grants covering 10% of eligible expenses, capped at €15,000. The program is designed for companies with 20 to 49 employees and revenues between €4 million and €10 million, ensuring that your business can grow sustainably.
Objectives
This grant aims to support industrial businesses in making significant real estate investments. Eligible projects include the acquisition, rehabilitation, extension, or construction of buildings intended for industrial use. By facilitating these investments, the scheme contributes to the economic development of the region and enhances the operational capacity of local enterprises.
Beneficiaries
The grant is targeted at industrial enterprises that meet the following criteria:
- Registered office within the CA du Caudrésis-Catésis inter-municipal area
- Workforce of 20 to 49 employees
- Annual revenue between €4 million and €10 million
- Up to date with social and tax obligations
- Registered as EIRL, SARL/EURL, SAS, SA, SCIC, or SCOP
- No economic redundancies in the 12 months prior to application
Excluded sectors include commerce, regulated professions, primary agriculture, financial services, road transport, and engineering consultancies.
Eligible operations
Eligible investments include:
- Acquisition of industrial buildings
- Rehabilitation of existing structures
- Extension of current facilities
- Construction of new industrial buildings
These projects must take place within the CA du Caudrésis-Catésis area. Note that expenses must reach a minimum of €100,000 to qualify for the grant.
Eligibility conditions
To qualify for the grant, applicants must adhere to the following conditions:
- Complete the project within 3 years from the application date
- Ensure eligible expenses meet or exceed €100,000
- Maintain compliance with all relevant social and tax obligations
Grant amount
The grant covers 10% of eligible expenses, with a maximum amount of €15,000. This funding can significantly aid in the financial planning of your real estate investments, but it is important to ensure that your project meets the minimum expense threshold of €100,000.
Can I apply for this grant if my company has 19 employees?
No, the grant is specifically for companies with 20 to 49 employees. Companies with fewer than 20 employees do not qualify.
What types of projects are eligible for funding?
Eligible projects include the acquisition, rehabilitation, extension, or construction of buildings intended for industrial use within the Caudresis-Cartesis area.
How long do I have to complete my project?
You must complete your project within 3 years from the date of your grant application.
What happens if my application is rejected?
If your application is rejected, you can request feedback on the decision and make adjustments before reapplying in a future funding round.
Is there a minimum amount I must spend to qualify for the grant?
Yes, eligible expenses must be at least €100,000 to qualify for the grant.