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Eligible homeowners, tenants and landlords in the Chichester District are being urged to apply for grant funding to help them install energy efficiency and renewable energy measures in their homes.

Last year, we applied for a portion of the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund to cover up to March 2025 to encourage economic growth and improve quality of life for people across the district. I am really pleased to tell you that the Government has now approved our spending plan for £1 million of Government funding.

A magical treasure trove of objects and artworks celebrating the epic fantasy novels 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' is coming to Chichester this spring.

More detailed air quality monitoring will take place at a key location in Chichester thanks to a £26,400 grant awarded to Chichester District Council.

A mini orchard has been planted at the back of Chichester District Council's short stay accommodation in order to help boost wildlife on the site.

Spending plans for £1 million of government funding for Chichester District have been approved by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

The year ahead is likely to be yet to be another challenging one, as we all continue to deal with cost-of-living pressures. This is why our 'Supporting You' campaign continues to be a key focus for us.

We're busy pulling together the Chichester Local Plan - and we are working hard to find solutions to the various issues we face.

There has been a lot of coverage in the local media about housing targets and how they are reached. We thought it might be worth reminding you of how our housing targets are set and the process we have to follow in order to identify if and how this housing target can be met.

Last year, we told you that the Government housing targets for the Chichester Local Plan area are unlikely to be met due to complex infrastructure and funding issues.

We're pleased to say that we have now reached the point where we can show that we have a 5 year housing land supply. This improved position strengthens our ability to protect the area against inappropriate development.

Planning for our future - Housing