Ards and North Down Borough Council has announced details of a new support programme for commercial properties located in the towns and city.
The funding of over £1M will help support thriving high streets by creating safer and more attractive streetscapes, boosting footfall, and attracting new businesses.
Glow Up Grant will support local businesses in the city and town centres to improve their shopfront. Grants will provide 90% funding up to a maximum amount of £2,500 per property. Open for applications from 9am on Monday 23 June 2025. To find out more visit www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/glow-up-grant
Funded by the Department for Communities and Ards and North Down Borough Council
Empty to Energised Grant will support proprietors of vacant properties to undertake renovations and introduce new commercial uses. This is a pilot scheme for Bangor and Newtownards and is the first time a scheme of this nature has been available in Ards and North Down. Those interested in applying will be able to complete the questionnaire from 9am on Monday 23 June 2025. To find out more visit www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/empty-to-energised
Funded by Ards and North Down Borough Council
Further initiatives to support existing businesses will be announced later in the year.
For more information visit www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/supporting-thriving-high-streets
