Huntingdonshire District Council is proud to announce the approval of a new round of community-enhancing projects funded through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).
CIL is a vital mechanism that ensures new development contributes directly to the improvement of local infrastructure and facilities. This latest funding round, made possible through contributions from the delivery of housing, supports these impactful projects that will strengthen community resources, boost local services, and enhance the quality of life across the district.
The provision of these CIL funds not only benefits the immediate areas in which they are invested, but also supports Huntingdonshire as a whole, endorsing and enabling delivery of the council's Place Strategy.
The approved projects are:
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Bury Guardroom Community Hub – £1.5 million
Transforming the former RAF Guardroom into a carbon zero hub with community space, the Parish Office, and facilities for local businesses including hot desking and commercial units.
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Sawtry Academy Leisure Opportunities – £360,000
Enabling essential repairs to reopen the school pool, restoring access to public swimming for the first time in over two years.
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St Neots Fire Station Improvements – £700,000
Extending and modernising the station to become Cambridgeshire’s first Net Zero fire station, boosting emergency response and community prevention work.
Mike Gildersleeves, Corporate Director (Place) at Huntingdonshire District Council, said: "Utilising the Community Infrastructure Levy is a powerful way for us to invest directly in our communities. These newly approved projects are excellent examples of how CIL funds can deliver meaningful, tangible benefits for residents across the district.
“From strengthening emergency services to creating welcoming spaces and supporting young people’s wellbeing, these initiatives are delivering over £4.8m of infrastructure helping shape a better future for all in Huntingdonshire."
Funds allocated through CIL ensure that development and growth across the district are balanced by the provision of high-quality infrastructure and community facilities. By directing investment where it is needed most, the Council is supporting sustainable, inclusive growth that reflects the priorities of its residents.
Previous CIL-supported projects have already begun delivering significant local benefits, and the council remains committed to ensuring that future development continues to contribute positively to the lives of people living and working in the district.
For more information on CIL and the projects it supports, visit the Community Infrastructure Levy webpage.