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Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver
Affordable housing support for Kitchener projects
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports affordable housing development in Kitchener through fee relief and a pilot incentive for non-profit rental and co-op projects. It helps cover non-capital upfront costs, development application fees, building permit fees, and related approvals work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Kitchener
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new not-for-profit affordable rental or co-op housing units
- Advancement of projects from concept to shovel-ready stage
- New affordable rental housing development eligible for fee exemptions and charge deferral
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of incorporation
- Board resolution authorizing the project
- Signed partnership agreement, if applicable
- Project schedule and supporting project information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit housing developers
- Non-profit corporations
- Non-profit housing co-operatives
- Registered charities providing housing
Who is not eligible
- For-profit housing developers for the pilot incentive
- Projects with building permits already issued for the proposed new units
- Applicants that do not meet the program’s non-profit housing developer definition
Eligible expenses
- Site design and development approvals costs
- Development application fees and building permit fees
- Planning, technical, and legal studies linked to project readiness
- Municipal and government fees not covered by the fee waiver program
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects with a building permit already issued for the proposed new units
- Capital construction costs
- Projects outside the program timelines for the pilot incentive
Eligible geographic areas
- Kitchener, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Project viability and financial review
- Compliance with affordability requirements
- Readiness to meet permit and development timelines
- Submission of required supporting documents
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the application form
- Use the appropriate City of Kitchener application form for the incentive you are requesting.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting documents
- Gather the required corporate, board, property, and project information.
- Step 3: Email the application
- Send the completed application package to the City planning team by email.
- If the file is larger than 10 MB, request a file transfer option.
- Step 4: Receive the decision
- The City reviews the request and issues a confirmation or refusal letter.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City staff for eligibility and completeness.
- Projects may be subject to financial review.
- If approved, a legal agreement is prepared before funding is released.
- Funding is paid in stages based on project milestones.
- If the application is refused, a refusal letter is issued with an explanation.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted by email to the City of Kitchener planning team.
- A project manager may be assigned to help navigate approvals and timelines.
- For the pilot incentive, funding is released in stages based on project milestones.
- A legal agreement is required before funding is released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver Program
What is the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver?
This program supports affordable housing development in Kitchener through fee relief and a pilot incentive for non-profit rental and co-op projects. It helps cover non-capital upfront costs, development application fees, building permit fees, and related approvals work.
How much funding can be received?
Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver program?
To be eligible for the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver program, you must:
Non-profit applicant
New affordable housing units
Project in Kitchener
What expenses are eligible under Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver?
Development of new not-for-profit affordable rental or co-op housing units
Advancement of projects from concept to shovel-ready stage
New affordable rental housing development eligible for fee exemptions and charge deferral
Who can I contact for more information about the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at planning@kitchener.ca or by phone at 519-741-2426.
Where is the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver available?
The Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Affordable housing incentives – not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) and affordable rental housing fee waiver is a Other Support