Did you know that interest-free loans of between £10,000 and £1 million are available to help bring vacant, derelict, or underused town centre properties back into use across Carmarthenshire?
Through the Welsh Government's Town Centre Loans Fund, property owners, businesses, developers, landlords, social enterprises, housing associations, and residents may be able to access funding to refurbish existing buildings or support new development projects in eligible town centres.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help breathe new life into our communities, encourage investment, create new homes and business spaces, increase footfall, and support vibrant, thriving town centres for the future.
Eligible locations include:
Ammanford
Burry Port
Carmarthen
Cross Hands
Cwmaman
Kidwelly
Laugharne
Llandeilo
Llandovery
Llanybydder
Llanelli
Newcastle Emlyn
St Clears
Whitland
Whether you are considering renovating a vacant shop, converting an underused building, creating new residential accommodation, or investing in a development opportunity, this scheme could help turn plans into reality.
Interest-free loans available from £10,000 to £1 million
Support for refurbishment and development projects
Helping create stronger, more vibrant town centres
Encouraging investment, regeneration, and economic growth
For further information, guidance, or to express an interest, please contact:
TownCentreLoan@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Strong town centres are at the heart of strong communities. Opportunities like this can help unlock investment, support local businesses, and ensure our towns continue to thrive for generations to come.
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Diolch,
Cllr. Michael Thomas
