Over 130 community and capital projects will receive grants from Lewisham Council’s Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) ward fund of nearly £2.5 million.
Lewisham Council are delighted to announce that the second Round of NCIL funding has resulted in over 70 community projects being allocated funding to help support improvement to Lewisham Borough.
Further to this, a number of local Capital projects, such as playground improvements and greening projects have also been funded.
Projects were chosen through a community consultation and grant review process. From July to September 2024, residents voted and gave feedback on proposed projects. Over 1,900 people participated, casting nearly 12,000 votes. The final selection considered community needs, alignment with council priorities, impact on vulnerable groups, and value for money.
This funding is spread across the borough, helping a wide range of community organisations and residents.
Cllr Sakina Sheikh, Cabinet Member for Communities, Refugees, Safer Lewisham and Equalities said:
“It’s really exciting to be announcing funding for so many fantastic local projects that will see long term benefits for our Lewisham communities. This NCIL funding will empower our residents to shape their communities and make long-term improvements to their local facilities. We hope the projects funded can enhance the quality of life for residents and enable civic pride in our environment.
NICL finding ensures that new developments have a positive impact on the surrounding community by addressing infrastructure needs and community priorities. It was fantastic to see nearly 12,000 indicative votes cast for various projects during the consultation period last year. It demonstrates Lewisham residents have actively engaged in shaping this programme and I’m sure we’ll all looking forward to seeing the benefits in our communities soon."
Round 2 of NCIL Funding is now closed but it will be back in 2027/28.
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