Common Good FundsCommon Good Funds come from rent paid by businesses that use assets belonging to the historic former burghs of Scotland
Ward discretionary fundsThird sector organisations can apply for funding to support community projects and activities
Community regenerationApply for funding to deliver projects that respond to local needs and support positive change
Community benefitCommunity Benefit is a voluntary goodwill contribution made by developers to support communities affected by developments that have a long-term environmental impact
Participation requestsParticipation requests enable community bodies to discuss local issues and services with public authorities
Community Land BuyoutsLearn about community land buyouts under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, including rights for communities and crofting communities to purchase land, ballot requirements, and schemes like the National Forest Land Scheme
Common Good Asset RegisterThe register lists land and property once owned by former Burghs for community benefit. It is regularly updated and includes buildings, artwork, and funds across Highland Council areas
Common good asset changesWe must consult the public before selling or changing the use of Common Good assets. Communities can give feedback, which we must consider before making decisions
Two community projects in the Dingwall and Seaforth area are set to benefit from more than £20,000 of Community Regeneration Funding (CRF), following decisions made today by the Dingwall and Seaforth
At last week’s meeting of the Communities and Place Committee, progress updates were provided on Highland Council’s ongoing work to increase participation and engagement with communities.
