Criteria

To apply for a grant to invest in secure storage, we’ll need you to explain why you require the additional capacity on your site.  

Storage Containers should be stored securely at the applicant’s site as named in the grant application. Purchasing and storing containers off-site isn't permitted.  

There are no tenure requirements for the purchase of Storage Containers, but the applicant will be liable for the container for the length of the five-year clawback period.  

If required, we’ll require you to provide written confirmation of the landlord's consent to undertake the proposed works. We’ll also ask for written confirmation that the Storage Container and its contents will be fully insured.

Planning Permission

Planning permission may be required for the works from the Local Authority before your application is submitted. Where planning consent has not been secured, your application will be processed but no funding will be released until confirmation of planning consent is provided, which may take around eight weeks. 

If you believe planning consent isn’t required, we’ll require written consent of this to be provided from the Local Authority. Planning Permission for temporary siting is not considered eligible. Permission needs to be for at least the length of the clawback period of five years. Further information regarding planning permission can be found here.

The statutory fees payable for securing planning permission may be included within your application as a project cost.  

Suppliers

The Foundation doesn’t currently have a preferred suppliers list. Applicants should source their quotes from a reputable supplier.