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Additional Dwelling Unit Program
Funding for affordable additional dwelling units
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports eligible homeowners in creating an additional dwelling unit in a primary residence or on the property lot. It provides up to 75% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $50,000, through a forgivable loan.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation of an additional dwelling unit in a primary residence.
- Creation of an additional dwelling unit on the property lot, where allowed by municipal by-laws.
- Development of affordable rental housing within existing homes.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible homeowners
- Homeowners in the District of Nipissing
Who is not eligible
- Homeowners outside the District of Nipissing
- Applicants whose property does not allow an additional dwelling unit under municipal by-laws
Eligible expenses
- Labour and applicable taxes
- Building permits
- Legal fees, certificates, appraisal and inspection fees
- Drawing and specification costs
- Materials
Eligible geographic areas
- District of Nipissing
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants must first join the waitlist.
- When funding is available, an application is sent to the next applicant on the list.
- A funding agreement must be signed before construction begins.
- The unit must remain affordable during the loan forgiveness period.
Additional information
- Applicants must be placed on a waitlist before receiving an application.
- Funding is limited and offered as a forgivable loan.
- An affordable rent must be maintained for 15 years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Additional Dwelling Unit Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Additional Dwelling Unit Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Additional Dwelling Unit Program?
This program supports eligible homeowners in creating an additional dwelling unit in a primary residence or on the property lot. It provides up to 75% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $50,000, through a forgivable loan.
How much funding can be received?
Additional Dwelling Unit Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Additional Dwelling Unit Program program?
To be eligible for the Additional Dwelling Unit Program program, you must:
Homeowners in the District of Nipissing
Property and payments up to date
Project must meet rent and construction rules
What expenses are eligible under Additional Dwelling Unit Program?
Creation of an additional dwelling unit in a primary residence.
Creation of an additional dwelling unit on the property lot, where allowed by municipal by-laws.
Development of affordable rental housing within existing homes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Additional Dwelling Unit Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Nipissing by email at DNSSAB.Renovates@dnssab.ca or by phone at 705-474-2151.
Where is the Additional Dwelling Unit Program available?
The Additional Dwelling Unit Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Additional Dwelling Unit Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Additional Dwelling Unit Program is a Loans and Capital investments