The context of grant funding in the section 106 process

Under section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, financial contributions can be sought from developers towards the costs of providing community and social infrastructure, the need for which has arisen as a result of a new development taking place. This funding is commonly known as 'section 106 monies'.

Section 106 monies can be spent on facilities where new developments have, at least in part, contributed to the need for the facilities.

See Practice Note: Planning obligations—key points.

Eligibility for section 106 grant funding

The section 106 grant scheme is open to all community-based organisations that operate on a not-for-profit basis, including charities, community interest companies, industrial or provident societies, companies limited by guarantee and parish councils. The facilities provided must be open to the general public with no membership restrictions