If your business is located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region and you are planning to invest in industrial, craft, or tertiary real estate, you may qualify for a grant of up to €20,000. This funding from CC Auxonne-Pontailler Val de Saône supports projects that enhance economic development and job creation. Eligible expenses include structural work and interior fittings, but not land acquisition or self-construction. Note that applications can be made once every three years.
Objectives
This grant aims to stimulate the creation and growth of businesses and jobs within the inter-municipal territory. By providing financial support for real estate investments, it encourages companies to undertake projects that contribute to local economic development and enhance the region’s attractiveness.
Beneficiaries
Eligible beneficiaries include businesses and organizations that:
- Are registered in the RNE (National Register of Enterprises)
- Operate in sectors such as industrial production, craft manufacturing, inter-business wholesale trade, innovative services (e.g., digital, IT), and tourism-related activities
- Have been in operation for at least three years, unless the project involves construction or significant renovation of a property acquired for business use.
Excluded are micro-enterprises, businesses with over 250 employees (unless the project is significant for the territory), and liberal professions.
Eligible operations
The grant covers investments that form part of a broader economic development project, including:
- Structural work and interior fittings carried out by a third-party contractor with ten-year insurance
- Fees related to these works, such as project management and engineering services.
Not eligible are expenses for land acquisition, reconstruction after damage, and exterior site development.
Eligibility conditions
To qualify, projects must meet the following conditions:
- Compliance with BBC Effinergie environmental standards.
- Projects must be significant enough to warrant funding, especially for larger businesses.
Grant amount
The grant provides 20% of eligible expenses, capped at €20,000. Businesses can apply for this funding once every three years, making it a valuable resource for significant investment projects.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for the grant if my business is a micro-enterprise?
No, micro-enterprises are not eligible for this grant. The program targets businesses that have been operational for at least three years and meet other criteria.
What types of projects are eligible for funding?
Eligible projects include structural work and interior fittings for industrial, craft, or tertiary real estate investments. However, expenses for land acquisition and self-construction are not covered.
How often can I apply for this grant?
You can apply for the grant once every three years, allowing for significant investment projects to be funded periodically.
What are the environmental requirements for projects?
All projects must comply with BBC Effinergie environmental standards to qualify for funding.
Is there a maximum amount I can receive?
Yes, the grant covers 20% of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of €20,000.