This can include improvement of access to sites of environmental, historic or natural interest; repair of damage to such sites; footpaths; interpretation facilities for visitors. It can also include repair or improvement to historic structures or community facilities eg; slipways, quays or jetties. It can also encompass abnormal site development costs for projects with particular economic or community benefits eg; affordable housing in remote areas, community facilities, major infrastructural projects.
HIE Skye and Wester Ross assistance is usually part of an overall funding package involving other public and private funders. Wider economic and social benefit is an important criteria for HIE Skye & Wester Ross involvement, and particular consideration is given to responsibility for future maintenance and public use/access where appropriate.
Who to contact
Andrew Prendergast, Head of Communities and Infrastructure, tel: 01478 612841 or e-mail: andrew.prendergast@hient.co.uk
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