Important update: CLLL application forms
Due to a cybersecurity incident, our online CLLL form is temporarily disabled and CLLL payments are on hold. If you submitted an application on or after Monday 24 November, email [email protected](link sends email) directly as we may not have received your application. You can also email us to request a CLLL application form.

Our IT team are working to restore services as quickly as possible. We will provide updates as soon as normal operations resume. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

Applying for the City Living, Local Life grant

Introduction

City Living, Local Life is a ward-based community programme that helps residents improve their neighbourhoods by providing funding for activities.

The scheme is a great opportunity to share your ideas and connect with your local ward councillors who make decisions on funding.

Aims

Applications should meet one or more of the City Living, Local Life aims:

  • improve understanding of local areas, including local history, local people, geography and places
  • build stronger connections and relationships between local people
  • help to identify, assess and prioritise improvements in local areas
  • devise practical solutions involving local people to address local issues
  • work with local people and organisations to deliver solutions

  1. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Frequently asked questions we receive about the City Living, Local Life grant.

  2. What the grant can be used for

    How to use the grant.

  3. Grant terms

    The terms of the City Living, Local Life grant.

  4. Step-by-step guide

    A step-by-step guide to the application process

  5. Apply now

    Guidance on how to complete the City Living, Local Life application form and how we make decisions.

Last updated: 1 August 2025