This will make a big difference.

Six Cork towns are to share €320,000 in County Council Streetscape Enhancement Scheme funding.

Bandon, Castletownbere, Charleville, Fermoy, Macroom and Passage West are set to receive support through the scheme, funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development.

Grants of up to 100% or €8,000 are available to cover works including painting, signage replacement, shopfront improvement, scaffolding, materials, lighting, street furniture, and planting. Business and property owners are encouraged to apply through their relevant local Municipal District Office before the closing date for applications, September 7th, 2021.

“Enhancing building facades and shopfronts can lead to a distinct and memorable identity for towns, reinforcing pride of place for residents and unforgettable impressions for visitors,” said Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Gillian Coughlan.

“This scheme will enable property owners and businesses in these towns to further partake in the great community effort that goes into creating a colourful welcoming town centre.” she added.