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City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy
Defers city-wide development charges for qualified charities
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program defers City of Richmond Hill city-wide development charges for qualified charitable non-profit organizations. It supports developments that provide public services, with deferrals of up to $2 million for up to 5 years.
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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 : 2,000,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Richmond Hill
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development projects that create facilities providing public services similar to those offered by the City or York Region
Documents Needed
- Written deferral request
- Evidence of eligibility and charity status
- Site drawings showing gross floor area
- Proposed building uses
- Application fee payment
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable non-profit organizations
- Landowners, developers, and builders applying for a DC deferral on qualifying development
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not non-profits
- Applicants whose development is not a public service or similar service
- Applicants seeking a Community Benefits Charges deferral
Eligible expenses
- Deferral of City-wide development charges for qualifying development
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Richmond Hill
Selection criteria
- Compliance with eligibility criteria
- Public-service value of the facility
- Eligibility review by City staff
- Council discretion on appeals and strategic benefit
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit a written deferral request to the Director Financial Services and Treasurer at least 60 days before building permit issuance.
- Explain why the deferral is requested.
- Include evidence of eligibility and charity status.
- Provide the required drawings and proposed uses.
- Pay the application fee.
- Step 2: City pre-screening and review
- City staff review the request and determine the deferral amount if eligible.
- The Director Financial Services and Treasurer may request additional conditions.
- Step 3: Agreement and registration
- Sign the Development Charges Deferral Agreement.
- Register the agreement and required security on title.
- Pay any amount due in full if the agreement is not finalized in time.
Processing and Agreement
- The request is pre-screened by City staff and reviewed by the Director Financial Services and Treasurer.
- If needed, the applicant may appeal the staff decision to Council by deputation.
- Approved applicants must sign and register a deferral agreement before the deferral applies.
- If the agreement is not signed and registered in time, the development charges must be paid in full.
Additional information
- A deferral request may be refused if the City’s DC reserve balance is in deficit.
- The applicant must enter into a deferral agreement with the City.
- A security interest is registered against the property title.
- Annual proof of good standing must be provided by September 30 each year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy Program
What is the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy?
This program defers City of Richmond Hill city-wide development charges for qualified charitable non-profit organizations. It supports developments that provide public services, with deferrals of up to $2 million for up to 5 years.
How much funding can be received?
City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy program?
To be eligible for the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Registered charity in good standing
Public service use
What expenses are eligible under City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy?
Development projects that create facilities providing public services similar to those offered by the City or York Region
Where is the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy available?
The City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy?
City-wide Development Charges Deferral for Charitable Non-Profit Organizations Policy is funded by City of Richmond Hill