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Town Centre Capital Grant Scheme (Moray)

Moray Council

Description

Moray Council grant for property owners and tenants in seven Moray town centres, funding conversion of vacant properties, business relocation, subdivision or expansion of buildings, new business start-ups in vacant premises, and shopfront, signage, or lighting improvements.

Amount

Up to £50,000 (50% of eligible project costs)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: Scotland.
  • Most relevant to: Retail, Hospitality & Tourism.
Notes
Funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The 2025-26 round closed for applications on 29 August 2025 — the scheme has run in previous annual rounds, so check Moray Council's planning pages for the next round's opening dates.
Requirement
Property owners or tenants of commercial premises in the town centres of Forres, Aberlour, Buckie, Dufftown, Elgin, Keith, or Lossiemouth. At least 50% match funding required from the applicant.

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How to apply

Complete the application form and send to localdevelopmentplan@moray.gov.uk, or post to Strategic Planning and Development, Moray Council HQ, Elgin, once the next round opens.

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Last verified: 20 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.