£1.5 million Local Community Ownership Fund now open – closing 17 June

Belfast City Council’s Local Community Ownership Fund is now open for Stage One Expression of Interest applications.

The fund has been established to support groups with the acquisition of community assets or existing derelict sites for viable and sustainable community use, allowing them to invest in their areas and improve local economic outcomes.

Please visit www.belfastcity.gov.uk/lcof for further information on eligibility and how to apply.

  • The Stage One Expression of Interest stage will close at 12noon on Wednesday 17 June 2026.

Throughout the process you can email lcof@belfastcity.gov.uk and staff will be available to answer any queries.

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