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Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs
Funding for affordable housing development in Burlington
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 225,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports affordable rental housing in Burlington through a range of temporary incentive programs. Maximum support varies by program, with some options offering up to 100% of eligible costs for new rental, ownership, missing middle, accessible, and design-related projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Burlington
- 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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New affordable rental housing development.
- Conversion or renovation of buildings into affordable rental units.
- Purpose-built rental residential projects.
- Missing middle housing projects.
- Projects with accessible or sustainable design features.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Supporting materials requested by the City.
- Work plan and cost estimates.
- Contracts and applicable reports, if required.
- Proof of occupancy or lease, where applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners.
- Approved tenants.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Developers of rental and ownership housing projects.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants with outstanding property tax or utility arrears related to the subject property.
- Projects outside Burlington’s designated Community Improvement Project Area.
- Projects that do not create eligible new housing units.
- Projects that are not compliant with the required affordability period.
Eligible expenses
- Application, permit, and municipal fee waivers.
- Design and study costs for eligible projects.
- Construction, conversion, and renovation costs for eligible housing units.
- Accessibility, barrier-free, and universal design improvements.
- Development charge interest, reductions, or waivers where applicable.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the program or application approval, where stated.
- Household appliances and financing costs.
- Non-residential floor area under the temporary programs.
- Retroactive work started before application approval.
Eligible geographic areas
- Burlington, Ontario.
- Properties within the designated Community Improvement Project Area.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against general and program-specific eligibility criteria.
- Funding is not committed until a signed agreement is in place.
- The City may request repayment if agreement terms are not met.
- Approved projects may require annual reporting or proof of affordability.
- Some decisions may be appealed to Council if refused by the Director of Community Planning.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by City staff and may require a signed agreement.
- Some programs are limited by annual funding availability and Council approval.
- Financial incentives can sometimes be combined with other programs.
- The City may require annual proof that units remain affordable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs. 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 Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs?
Supports affordable rental housing in Burlington through a range of temporary incentive programs. Maximum support varies by program, with some options offering up to 100% of eligible costs for new rental, ownership, missing middle, accessible, and design-related projects.
How much funding can be received?
Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $225,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs program?
To be eligible for the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs program, you must:
Located in Burlington’s CIPA.
Creates new housing units.
Owner, approved tenant, or non-profit applicant.
What expenses are eligible under Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs?
New affordable rental housing development.
Conversion or renovation of buildings into affordable rental units.
Purpose-built rental residential projects.
Missing middle housing projects.
Projects with accessible or sustainable design features.
Who can I contact for more information about the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs?
You can contact City of Burlington by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs available?
The Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs is a Grant and Funding