Strategic (SCIL) Fund
CIL is a levy that allows the Council to raise funds from developers in recognition of the fact that new development creates pressure on the borough’s infrastructure. CIL must be used by authorities for funding infrastructure to support the development of its area as set out in Regulation 59 of The Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (Amended) (“The CIL Regulations”).
Infrastructure is defined in The Planning Act 2008. It has a broad definition including transport, flood defences, schools, hospitals, health, and social care facilities. As such CIL can be used to fund a wide variety of facilities such as play areas, parks, and green spaces, cultural and sports facilities.
Our annual funding round for the 2026 strategic CIL fund opened on Monday 9 March 2026 and closes at 23:59 on Sunday 17 May 2026. To submit an application for funding please complete the application form.
The Council's CIL Spending Protocol – (March 2025), this document sets out the Epsom and Ewell Borough specific protocol governing the process and criteria for selecting infrastructure projects for funding through CIL.
This process will be undertaken annually, below is an indicative timetable:
| Date | Process |
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March-May |
Funding round open |
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June-July |
Assessment of bids by CIL MWG |
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September- November |
Spending Decision made by the Strategy and Resources Committee and notification of outcome. |
If you have any questions about the Strategic CIL application process, please contact us using CIL@epsom-ewell.gov.uk(link sends e-mail) :
