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Local Improvement Scheme (Private Roads)
Funding to repair non-public rural roads and laneways that serve homes, farms and amenities.
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Work out your grant
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What it is
Where several households share a private road or lane, the scheme funds the bulk of the repair cost, with a small contribution from the households.
How much you can get
Road repair funding about 10 to 15% owner contribution.
Who can get it
Groups of households sharing a non-public road. Each local authority maintains a priority list.
What you’ll need
- Agreement of the households on the road
- Application to the local authority
How to apply
- Contact your local authority's roads section
- Get on the scheme's priority list
- Works are carried out when funded
Common questions
How much is the Local Improvement Scheme (Private Roads)?
Road repair funding about 10 to 15% owner contribution. Funding to repair non-public rural roads and laneways that serve homes, farms and amenities.
Who qualifies for the Local Improvement Scheme (Private Roads)?
Groups of households sharing a non-public road. Each local authority maintains a priority list.
How do you apply for the Local Improvement Scheme (Private Roads)?
Contact your local authority's roads section Get on the scheme's priority list Works are carried out when funded