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Belleville Signage Grant
Financial incentives for Belleville redevelopment projects
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- Funding available
- $ 600,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports housing, downtown, and brownfield projects in Belleville through financial incentives. Maximum funding varies by program and can support rental housing, accessibility improvements, signage, façade work, and environmental assessment or remediation.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $600,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 100%
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Belleville
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants
- Assignees
- Qualified non-profit housing providers
- Private developers with affordable housing experience
Who is not eligible
- Applicants with property tax arrears or other city accounts in default
- Properties with outstanding City orders not resolved
- Projects that do not meet the program’s planning and zoning requirements
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for design, studies, and project documentation
- Construction and renovation costs for eligible improvements
- Municipal planning and permit fees, where applicable
- Environmental site assessment, remediation, and related costs
- Eligible taxes, rebates, or fee-based assistance under program rules
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs for appeals, tribunal proceedings, or court proceedings
- Required performance securities such as letters of credit
- Long-term debt financing costs
- Temporary signs and sign removal costs
- Security cameras, alarm systems, roll-down shutters, and security staff
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Belleville
- Urban serviced area of the City of Belleville
- Downtown Improvement Area
- Brownfield Priority Area
Activities funded
- Housing development and redevelopment projects
- Downtown façade, signage, security, and accessibility improvements
- Brownfield assessment, remediation, and redevelopment projects
- Municipal land-based affordable housing development
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-application consultation
- Meet with City staff to review eligibility and project details.
- Confirm the program requirements and timing.
- Step 2: Submit complete application
- File the completed application form and supporting materials.
- Provide the documents and project information required by the program.
- Step 3: City review and approval
- The City reviews the application and may inspect the property.
- If approved, the City issues a letter and/or agreement.
- Step 4: Complete the work and submit proof
- Carry out the project and obtain required permits.
- Submit invoices and proof of completion for payment.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting work plan or project description
- Cost estimates or paid invoices, as required
- Photos, drawings, or reports supporting the project
- Signed affordable housing conditions, if applicable
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the CIP goals and program purpose
- Project readiness and completeness of the proposal
- Compliance with City design and planning requirements
- Project merit and fit with housing or downtown priorities
- Available funding and budget constraints
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City staff after submission.
- The City may inspect the property or completed work.
- Approval is not guaranteed and depends on program merit and available funds.
- If approved, the applicant may need to sign an agreement with the City.
- Payment is issued after requirements are met and proof is provided.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by City staff, with approval authority depending on the program.
- A legal agreement with the City may be required before funding is issued.
- The City may audit approved studies and works.
- Funding depends on available annual program budgets and, for some programs, HAF availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Belleville Signage Grant Program
What is the Belleville Signage Grant?
Supports housing, downtown, and brownfield projects in Belleville through financial incentives. Maximum funding varies by program and can support rental housing, accessibility improvements, signage, façade work, and environmental assessment or remediation.
How much funding can be received?
Belleville Signage Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $600,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Belleville Signage Grant program?
To be eligible for the Belleville Signage Grant program, you must:
Pre-consultation with City staff required
Project must meet CIP program rules
Applicant must be an eligible owner or tenant
What expenses are eligible under Belleville Signage Grant?
Professional fees for design, studies, and project documentation
Construction and renovation costs for eligible improvements
Municipal planning and permit fees, where applicable
Environmental site assessment, remediation, and related costs
Eligible taxes, rebates, or fee-based assistance under program rules
Where is the Belleville Signage Grant available?
The Belleville Signage Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Belleville Signage Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Belleville Signage Grant is a Grant and Funding