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Built, Cultural and Natural Heritage Protection Funds

The Built, Cultural and Natural Heritage Protection funds were established by NPDC to help people manage, preserve and enhance the heritage, cultural and natural heritage values of their properties.

These funds provide a partial contribution towards the cost of a specific heritage project or work.

This page provides an overview of each fund. More information, including the assessment criteria, can be found in the policy and schedules on the Community Funding Investment Policy page.

Built Heritage Protection Fund

Applications can be made for heritage buildings and items.

Activities that will be considered for a grant include, but are not limited to:

  • Earthquake strengthening
  • Repair or replacement of verandas, rooves, etc.
  • Repiling
  • Exterior cleaning and painting
  • Specialist building work (e.g. stonework)

Applications are considered annually. Applications are currently open and close on 4 July 2025.

Apply for a Built Heritage Protection Grant