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Affordable Housing Rental Incentives
Support for affordable rental housing projects
Latest source updateLast Update: June 13, 2026Latest change: The page now shows a new Affordable Rental Incentives program for Stouffville with project streams, eligibility rules, application steps, and funding caps.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 13, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows a new Affordable Rental Incentives program for Stouffville with project streams, eligibility rules, application steps, and funding caps.
Affordable Rental Incentives launched
The page now presents the Affordable Rental Incentives program for the Community of Stouffville, including the Multiplex/ARU Affordable Rental Grant and the Accessible Design Top-Up Rebate. The Multiplex/ARU Grant is now described as offering up to $10,000 per unit for renovating an existing integrated affordable rental ARU and up to $11,000 per unit for new construction or conversion of an affordable rental Multiplex or ancillary ARU, while the Accessible Design Top-Up Rebate is up to $3,000 and stackable with other Affordable Housing CIP incentives. The visible requirements now include landowner eligibility, property-tax and financing limits, a two-year affordable-rent commitment, and program timing such as applying before planning approval, receiving a Letter of Financial Agreement, filing for permits within 120 days, and completing construction within 12-18 months from an approved building permit. The page also adds the Municipal Fee Waiver Program, which can waive up to 100% of on
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Stouffville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Affordable Rental Incentives supports the creation of affordable rental housing in Stouffville. It covers the construction or conversion of multiplexes and additional residential units, as well as a top-up rebate for accessible or barrier-free design.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Stouffville
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Construction of affordable rental multiplexes
- Construction or conversion of ancillary or integrated ARUs
- Renovation of existing integrated affordable rental ARUs
- Accessible design upgrades for new affordable rental units
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Required supporting materials listed by the Town
- Lease agreement proving affordable rent
- Proof of completion for payment
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Landowners
Eligible expenses
- Costs to construct an affordable rental multiplex or additional residential unit
- Costs to convert an existing property into an affordable rental unit
- Costs to renovate an integrated affordable rental ARU to meet the Ontario Building Code
- Costs to add accessible or barrier-free design elements beyond code requirements
Eligible geographic areas
- Community of Stouffville
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm property eligibility
- Check zoning with Town Development Services
- Review whether the property can support a multiplex or ARU
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the program application form
- Gather all required supporting materials
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Send completed forms to multiplexarugrant@townofws.ca
- Step 4: Proceed after approval
- Wait for the Letter of Financial Agreement
- Apply for permits or planning applications within 120 days if required
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and funding is limited
- Approved applicants receive a Letter of Financial Agreement
- Applicants must then apply for required permits or planning applications within 120 days
- Funding is paid after completion is proven
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives Program
What is the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives?
Affordable Rental Incentives supports the creation of affordable rental housing in Stouffville. It covers the construction or conversion of multiplexes and additional residential units, as well as a top-up rebate for accessible or barrier-free design.
Who is eligible for the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives program?
To be eligible for the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives program, you must:
Registered landowner in Stouffville
Project fits an eligible stream
Affordable rental commitment
What expenses are eligible under Affordable Housing Rental Incentives?
Construction of affordable rental multiplexes
Construction or conversion of ancillary or integrated ARUs
Renovation of existing integrated affordable rental ARUs
Accessible design upgrades for new affordable rental units
Who can I contact for more information about the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives?
You can contact Town of Stouffville by email at none or by phone at 905-640-1900.
Where is the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives available?
The Affordable Housing Rental Incentives program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Affordable Housing Rental Incentives is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Affordable Housing Rental Incentives?
Affordable Housing Rental Incentives is funded by Town of Stouffville