Busseys Community Tree Grant for Norfolk

Grant value

There will be no minimum grant award value, however grants will be capped at £2,500 per project (excl VAT). This includes the cost of the trees, extras and delivery only.

Sourcing trees and other items

You need to source the trees and any tree protection or mulch. You will pay for these (including delivery) up front and then we (Norfolk County Council) will reimburse you once you've provided proof of purchase.

If your application is approved, we will contact you and provide details about the reimbursement process. You should not purchase any trees or items before your application has been formally approved by us.

As part of your application you'll need to provide:

• Quotes you have received for trees and other items - you'll need to email your quotes to tree.planting.gov.uk. Quotes should reflect a commitment to getting these items at a competitive and cost-effective rate.
• A breakdown of costs showing how you'll spend the grant

You will need to demonstrate that your application offers good value for money. This could include:

• Collecting the trees or other materials directly from the nurseries (saving on delivery costs)
• Re-using existing tree protection
• Comparing costs from several suppliers and choose the best value for money. You can email us more than one quote to evidence this.
• Choosing to plant younger trees (such as feathers and whips) that are cheaper than standard trees and usually establish better (providing appropriate care)

Cash flow challenges

For small community groups or charities facing cash flow challenges, email us at tree.planting@norfolk.gov.uk. We can explore suitable solutions to support you with your application.