Monaghan County Council is inviting Expressions of Interest from community groups, businesses and local stakeholders to submit project ideas that will improve towns and villages across County Monaghan.
Do you have a project that could make a positive difference in your town or village?
This funding programme supports projects that enhance rural communities, boost economic activity, improve local infrastructure, enhance public spaces and improve the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Project ideas may include:
- Public realm and streetscape improvements
- Town and village regeneration projects
- Community centre upgrades
- Parks, plazas and recreational facilities
- Re-use of vacant or derelict buildings
- Market spaces and community hubs
- Accessibility and inclusion initiatives
- Climate action and biodiversity projects
(this is not an exhaustive list)
Now is the time to bring forward project ideas that can make a positive impact in your town or village.
Who Should Apply
- Community and voluntary groups
- Residents’ associations
- Town Teams
- Business groups
- Development associations
- Other local stakeholders working to improve their town or village
Funding Options
Main Scheme
- Grants from €50,000 to €500,000
- Supports capital projects that will significantly enhance towns and villages
Project Development Measure
- Grants of up to €50,000
- Supports feasibility studies, design work, planning and project development
Funding of up to 95% of eligible project costs may be available, subject to the terms and conditions of the scheme.
Match Funding
Applicants should note that a minimum match funding contribution of 5% is required for all projects. Where the total project cost exceeds the maximum grant available under the scheme, applicants will be required to fund the balance, which may result in a higher local contribution.
Evidence of the availability of match funding should be provided as part of the Expression of Interest.
Permissions/Consents
Applicants should demonstrate that any necessary permissions and consents, including planning permission and landowner consent where required, are either in place or can be secured within the project timeframe.
How to apply
Further information, including the Scheme Outline and Expression of Interest form can be found here
Town and Village Renewal Scheme Call for Proposals 2026 Scheme Outline
Deadline for submission of Expression of Interest applications:
📅 4.00 p.m. on Monday 09th November 2026
📧 townandvillage@monaghancoco.ie
Please contact your local Municipal District Office as early as possible to discuss your project proposal:
- Matthew Lambe, Ballybay/Clones Municipal District Office – 047 51018
- Damien Thornton, Carrickmacross/Castleblayney Municipal District Office – 042 9661236
- Martin Taylor, Monaghan Municipal District Office – 047 73777
- Rural & Community Development Section – 047 73720
At this stage, Monaghan County Council is seeking Expressions of Interest only. All submissions received will be assessed, and a number of projects will be selected for development into detailed applications for submission to the Department.
Please ensure that the Expression of Interest form is fully completed and submitted in WORD format.
Late submissions will not be considered after the closing date