Intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities aligned with the New European Bauhaus

The grant opportunity titled "HORIZON-NEB:Intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities aligned with the New European Bauhaus" is part of the Horizon Europe program, specifically under the New European Bauhaus initiative. This call seeks innovative projects aimed at creating intergenerational neighborhoods that emphasize inclusivity, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal.

Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries, which may consist of public authorities, public and private real estate developers, universities, research institutions, designers, and innovation actors. The primary funding type is a lump-sum grant designated as a HORIZON Innovation Action, with each project receiving a maximum funding of €5.25 million, totaling approximately €10.5 million for this specific call.

Proposals must demonstrate a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, integrating diverse actors and disciplines. They are required to apply their solutions across at least three neighborhoods located in different Member States or Associated Countries, effectively necessitating the formation of a consortium.

The focus areas include urban and neighborhood development, sustainability, social sciences and humanities, cultural heritage preservation, accessibility, and social inclusion. The targeted impacts involve enhancing the quality of life for all age groups and effectively addressing local challenges like climate change, demographic shifts, and cultural conservation.

Applications will follow a single-stage process, with the call opening on May 5, 2027, and closing on December 1, 2027. While success rate data isn't explicitly mentioned, the competition is expected to be high, with an emphasis on achieving significant societal impacts and positive advancements towards the green transition.

Overall, this opportunity aims to foster impactful neighborhood transformations by supporting innovative, evidence-based methodologies that cater to various generations while actively contributing to broader European policy goals.

This is a Horizon Europe call, specifically HORIZON-NEB, focusing on intergenerational neighborhoods and communities aligned with the New European Bauhaus. It falls under the call for "Innovative models for neighbourhoods that integrate beauty, inclusiveness and sustainability (HORIZON-NEB-2027-01)". The action type is HORIZON-IA (Innovation Actions) with a HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS] Model Grant Agreement. The deadline model is single-stage. The planned opening date is 05 May 2027, and the deadline is 01 December 2027, 17:00:00 Brussels time.

The expected outcomes of this call are:

1. Demonstrated methodology used by architects, spatial planners, designers and other relevant actors to identify the extent to which neighbourhoods and communities are intergenerational.

2. Demonstrated solutions for intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities are available to public authorities, public/private real estate developers and owners, and stakeholders involved in the green transition of neighbourhoods.

3. The demonstrated solutions make a significant contribution to intergenerational living and measurably advance the green transition in the neighbourhoods (for example in the field of sustainable mobility, accessibility, climate-resilience, water resilience, and/or biodiversity conservation).

The scope of this call includes:

Supporting the development of intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities that better address the needs of the different age groups, while simultaneously tackling various local challenges (including, but not limited to the demographic transition, climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss, loss of cultural heritage, feelings of insecurity).

Proposals are expected to address all of the following:

1. Demonstrate a methodology to measure and monitor the extent to which neighbourhoods and communities are intergenerational. These may include digital platforms, smart sensing systems, or participatory data collection methods that enhance inclusiveness, accessibility, and real-time insight. Among others, the methodology is expected to:

* Identify barriers (e.g. legal, regulatory, institutional) to intergenerational living in neighbourhoods and communities.

* Explore perceptions of the different generations.

* Determine the role of informal services (including culture, social and health care, and education), in fostering intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities.

2. Demonstrate at least three solutions that promote intergenerational living in at least three neighbourhoods (in urban, peri-urban and rural areas) located in different Member States and/or Associated Countries. The solutions are expected to:

* Redesign neighbourhood spaces, functions and/or services, where possible building upon the cultural and creative sectors and analysing users’ perception. This includes multisensory perceptions as well as perceived beauty.

* Be adaptable to different local contexts.

3. Monitor, evaluate, and document the demonstrated solutions. Based on the evidence, propose recommendations for their adaptation and uptake.

Proposals are expected to follow a participatory and transdisciplinary approach through the integration of different actors and disciplines. This topic requires the effective contribution of social sciences and humanities (SSH) disciplines and the involvement of SSH experts, institutions as well as the inclusion of relevant SSH expertise, in order to produce meaningful and significant effects enhancing the societal impact of the related research activities. International cooperation is encouraged.

Proposals are encouraged to exploit synergies with successful proposals from the topics ‘HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-BUSINESS-03: Anticipating the long-term future of neighbourhoods in line with the New European Bauhaus’ and ‘HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-TRANSFO-10: Intergenerational fairness in the context of demographic change in the EU’.

Proposals are expected to allocate at least 0.8% of their budget for engaging with the Horizon Europe-funded 'New European Bauhaus hub for results and impact' to share their intermediate and final results, findings and learning, as well as to contribute to impact assessment.

General conditions include:

1. Admissibility Conditions:Proposal page limit and layout described in Annex A and Annex E of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. Proposal page limits and layout: described in Part B of the Application Form available in the Submission System.

2. Eligible Countries described in Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes. A number of non-EU/non-Associated Countries that are not automatically eligible for funding have made specific provisions for making funding available for their participants in Horizon Europe projects. See the information in the Horizon Europe Programme Guide.

3. Other Eligible Conditions described in Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes.

4. Financial and operational capacity and exclusion described in Annex C of the Work Programme General Annexes.

5a. Evaluation and award:Award criteria, scoring and thresholds are described in Annex D of the Work Programme General Annexes.

€5B. Evaluation and award:Submission and evaluation processes are described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.

5c. Evaluation and award:Indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes.

6. Legal and financial set-up of the grants Eligible costs will take the form of a lump sum as defined in the Decision of 7 July 2021 authorising the use of lump sum contributions under the Horizon Europe Programme – the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (2021-2027) – and in actions under the Research and Training Programme of the European Atomic Energy Community (2021-2025).

Application and evaluation forms and model grant agreement (MGA):

Application form templates — the application form specific to this call is available in the Submission System

Standard application form (HE RIA, IA)

Evaluation form templates — will be used with the necessary adaptations

Standard evaluation form (HE RIA, IA)

Guidance

HE Programme Guide

Model Grant Agreements (MGA)

Lump Sum MGA

Call-specific instructions

Detailed budget table (HE LS)

Guidance:"Lump sums - what do I need to know?"

Additional documents:

HE Main Work Programme 2026-2027 – 1. General Introduction

HE Main Work Programme 2026-2027 – 13. New European Bauhaus Facility (NEB)

HE Main Work Programme 2026-2027 – 15. General Annexes

HE Programme Guide

HE Framework Programme 2021/695

HE Specific Programme Decision 2021/764

EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509

Decision authorising the use of lump sum contributions under the Horizon Europe Programme

Rules for Legal Entity Validation, LEAR Appointment and Financial Capacity Assessment

EU Grants AGA — Annotated Model Grant Agreement

Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual

Funding & Tenders Portal Terms and Conditions

Funding & Tenders Portal Privacy Statement

The budget overview for the HORIZON-NEB-2027-01 call includes:

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-BUSINESS-01 - HORIZON-IA HORIZON Innovation Actions with a budget of €10,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €5,000,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-BUSINESS-02 - HORIZON-RIA HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions with a budget of €10,500,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €3,500,000 and 3 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-BUSINESS-03 - HORIZON-RIA HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions with a budget of €7,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €3,500,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-PARTICIPATION-01 - HORIZON-IA HORIZON Innovation Actions with a budget of €10,760,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €5,380,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB - HORIZON-IA HORIZON Innovation Actions with a budget of €10,500,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €5,250,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-PARTICIPATION-03 - HORIZON-RIA HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions with a budget of €14,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €3,500,000 and 4 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-REGEN-01 - HORIZON-RIA HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions with a budget of €12,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €4,000,000 and 3 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-REGEN-02 - HORIZON-RIA HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions with a budget of €8,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €4,000,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

HORIZON-NEB-2027-01-REGEN-03 - HORIZON-IA HORIZON Innovation Actions with a budget of €11,000,000, single-stage, opening on 2027-05-05, deadline on 2027-12-01, with an indicative contribution of around €5,500,000 and 2 indicative number of grants.

This Horizon Europe call aims to foster the development and implementation of innovative solutions for intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities. It seeks to address demographic transition, climate change, and other local challenges by promoting inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability. The call encourages a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, emphasizing the importance of social sciences and humanities, and international cooperation. Ultimately, the goal is to create neighbourhoods that enhance the quality of life for all age groups while contributing to the green transition.

Eligible Applicant Types:The eligible applicant types are not explicitly stated in the provided text. However, based on the nature of Horizon Europe calls, eligible applicants typically include universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, non-profit organizations, and public entities. The call encourages participation from various actors and disciplines, suggesting a broad range of eligible organizations.

Funding Type:The funding type is primarily a grant, specifically a HORIZON Lump Sum Grant, as indicated by the type of Model Grant Agreement (MGA): HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS]. The call also includes both HORIZON Innovation Actions (HORIZON-IA) and HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions (HORIZON-RIA), which are both grant mechanisms.

Consortium Requirement:The text does not explicitly state whether a single applicant or a consortium is required. However, the emphasis on a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, the need to demonstrate solutions in multiple neighborhoods across different Member States or Associated Countries, and the encouragement of international cooperation suggest that a consortium of multiple applicants is highly preferred, if not required.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility):The geographic eligibility includes EU Member States and Associated Countries. The call also encourages international cooperation, implying that participation from entities in third countries is possible, although funding for these participants may depend on specific provisions.

Target Sector:The program targets several interconnected sectors, including: Urban and rural development, housing, social sciences and humanities (SSH), architecture, spatial planning, design, climate action, environmental sustainability, cultural heritage, health, education, and digital platforms. The primary focus is on creating intergenerational neighborhoods and communities that are inclusive, sustainable, and address various local challenges.

Mentioned Countries:The opportunity explicitly mentions EU Member States and Associated Countries as locations for demonstrating solutions. It also refers to non-EU/non-Associated Countries with specific funding provisions, and encourages international cooperation with third countries under the Horizon Europe program.

Project Stage:The project stage targets both research and innovation, as it includes both HORIZON-RIA and HORIZON-IA funding types. This suggests that projects can range from development and validation to demonstration and implementation of solutions. The emphasis on demonstrating solutions in real-world settings indicates a preference for projects that are at least in the validation or demonstration stage.

Funding Amount:The funding amounts vary depending on the specific topic within the call, as detailed in the "Budget overview" section. The indicative contributions range from around €3,500,000 to around €5,500,000 per project, with total topic budgets ranging from €7,000,000 to €14,000,000.

Application Type:The application type is an open call with a single-stage submission process.

Nature of Support:The beneficiaries will receive money in the form of a lump sum grant.

Application Stages:The application process consists of a single stage.

Success Rates:The success rates are not explicitly mentioned. However, the "Budget overview" section provides the "Indicative number of grants" for each topic, which can be used to estimate the potential success rate based on the expected number of applications.

Co-funding Requirement:The text does not explicitly mention a co-funding requirement. However, Horizon Europe grants often require some level of co-funding, which would be detailed in the specific call documents.

Summary:This Horizon Europe call, "Innovative models for neighbourhoods that integrate beauty, inclusiveness and sustainability (HORIZON-NEB-2027-01)", aims to foster the development and implementation of intergenerational neighborhoods and communities. The call seeks projects that can demonstrate methodologies for measuring intergenerationality, implement innovative solutions in urban, peri-urban, and rural areas, and contribute to the green transition. It encourages a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, involving various actors and disciplines, including social sciences and humanities. The funding is provided as a lump sum grant, and projects are expected to allocate a portion of their budget to engage with the New European Bauhaus hub. The call is open to entities from EU Member States, Associated Countries, and potentially third countries, with a preference for consortia that can demonstrate solutions across multiple locations. The overall goal is to create more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient communities that address the needs of all age groups and contribute to a higher quality of life.