Projects should comply with the following criteria.

With regard to all the projects that are submitted for financing on the basis of the LEADER programme, the first aspect considered is that of their effect on the natural landscape and the environment and on the quality of life in the region.

Furthermore, for each project it should be shown that:

• the method followed is transferable.
• it does not support an individual person or company, excepting any funds or projects of a highly innovative nature in the sectors of care and agriculture, allocated specifically for this purpose.
• it fits within the priorities of the development vision for the region as defined by the regional project group.
• it is of a relatively small-scale nature.
• the contribution requested from LEADER is in proportion to the project's overall financial costs and any other contributions from subsidies and/or funds.
• Furthermore, the amount requested should be in line with the limitations of the LEADER budget.
• the effects of the project on the region are in proportion to the contribution requested. The effects of the project should be indicated quantitatively as far as possible.
• the effects of the project are of a long-term nature. This means that they do not come to an end when the period for which a LEADER contribution can be obtained finishes.
• the project complies with the selection criteria and exclusions mentioned in the annex of decision 94/173/EEC concerning the selection criteria for investment for the processing and market of agricultural products, as well as the different points of the common agricultural policy.
• the project generally contributes to the development of the countryside and the reinforcement of the region's economic structure.
• the project involves activities that are currently not being executed.