We have invested more than £350,000 into community projects across the district thanks to funding from developer contributions.
The funding, secured through Section 106 agreements and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), has supported a wide range of improvements to local facilities over the past two years. These contributions help enhance public spaces and amenities – making a real difference to the lives of residents.
Funding from Section 106 contributions have included a new play area at Mavesyn Ridware Village Hall, a multi-use games area at Fradley and a new skate park with further improvements at Burntwood Leisure Centre.
There have also been funded projects through the Community Infrastructure Levy, administered by parish councils throughout the district.
An all-weather pitch was installed at Alrewas Cricket Club, new benches installed in Chorley and speed reduction equipment funded for use in Drayton Basset, Hammerwich and Elford.
In Lichfield, Boley Park Community Centre received a new play area, new pathways were implemented at Lichfield Hockey Club and Eastern Avenue and improvements made at Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum.
Swinfen and Packington received a car park renovation at Hopwas Woods and Whittington has had new storage facilities at an allotment.
Lichfield District Council Cabinet Member, Councillor Alex Farrell, said:
“Developer contributions through CIL and Section 106 agreements are vital in funding new community assets. We’re delighted to see these funds being used to deliver such a wide range of local improvements, benefiting residents throughout the district.”
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge on new developments, calculated per
square metre. It’s used to help fund essential infrastructure that supports local growth and ensures that new development benefits the wider community. Section 106 agreements with developers fund improvements at a specific location.