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Find similar grantsLand and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is sponsored by Kentucky Department for Local Government. Provides federal grant funds to protect important natural areas, acquire land for outdoor recreation, and develop or renovate public outdoor recreation facilities. It is a 50/50 matching reimbursement program.
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Kentucky DLG - LWCF Grants Land & Water Conservation Fund photo: Campbell County Golf Course Land & Water Conservation Fund The LWCF provides federal grant funds to protect important natural areas, acquire land for outdoor recreation and to develop or renovate public outdoor recreation facilities such as campgrounds, picnic areas, sports & playfields, swimming facilities, boating facilities, fishing facilities, trails, natural areas and passive parks.
Who Can Apply: Cities, counties, state and federal agencies are eligible to apply for funding. The minimum amount is $25,000. The maximum grant amount is $250,000.
It is a matching reimbursement program. Application Process: The 2023 LWCF Application is now available to download. To apply, submit an application between January 15 – May 31, 2024.
You must submit to the State Clearinghouse for the Intergovernmental Review Process or request an update on previous comments to be eligible for funding. All recreational facilities that have received LWCF assistance must stay outdoor recreational for perpetuity. The land must be owned or be able to obtain a long term lease from a Public Agency.
The Public Agency will have to agree in writing to keeping the land recreational in perpetuity if the lease expires. LWCF Advisory Board Meeting Announcement The next Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Advisory Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. During this meeting, board members will review 2023 LWCF applications and make funding recommendations.
The meeting is open to the public. WHAT: Land and Water Conservation Fund Advisory Board Meeting WHEN: November 29, 2023 (Time Pending) The LWCF is funded by the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service and administered by the Department for Local Government. Funding can be used for the acquisition of property and the development and/or renovation of public outdoor recreational facilities in the state of Kentucky.
Outdoor recreational facilities include campgrounds, picnic areas, sports & playfields, swimming facilities, trails, passive parks, etc. Please submit applications to Office of Federal Grants .
Kentucky Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) LWCF Reimbursement Request Form 2023 NPS ORLP Program Summary Kentucky Appraisal Requirements KYTC Pre-qualified Appraisers list LWCF Environmental Assessment (EA) Guidelines LWCF Mapping Criteria Sheet LWCF Post Completion and Stewardship Requirements LWCF Quarterly Progress Report LWCF Sample of As Built Site Plan SF424D - Assurances for Construction Programs ADA Guidelines for recreational facilities NPS web site for additional LWCF information.
Kentucky Recreational Park Society (KRPS) LWCF NEPA Handbook for additional guidance. LWCF Manual for additional guidelines. Playground Equipment Checklist.
Acquisition of land may be accomplished through purchase, transfer, gift or other means. All acquisitions must conform to the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquistiion Policies Act of 1970. Please see KYTC Pre-qualified Appraisers list for an appraiser in your area.
All Land Appraisals must adhere to the Appraisal Requirements for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Kentucky Appraisal Requirements Deed Restriction Requirement All sponsors who receive a LWCF grant must file a separate deed restriction prior to receiving reimbursement. Department for Local Government 100 Airport Road, 3rd Floor
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Cities, counties, state and federal agencies are eligible to apply for funding. The land must be owned or be able to obtain a long-term lease from a Public Agency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $25,000 to $1,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) are due October 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is funded by Kentucky Department for Local Government. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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