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Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake

Incentives for housing and downtown revitalization

Offered by
Town of Cobourg
Official source: cobourg.ca

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Funding available
$ 100,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Registered owners and assessed owners of land and buildings within the Community Improvement Project Area
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Overview

The Town of Cobourg's Community Improvement Plan includes the Affordable and Rental Housing CIP and the Downtown Vitalization CIP. It supports private investment in Cobourg through incentives for affordable rental housing, second units, emergency and transitional housing, and downtown revitalization.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$100,000
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Develop an online presence
  • Obtain certifications or accreditations
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or expand facilities
  • Ensure financial sustainability
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Cobourg
  • 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

2024
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Community Improvement Plan scope expanded

The Community Improvement Plan content now also includes the Affordable and Rental Housing CIP alongside the Downtown Vitalization CIP.

See more

The Community Improvement Plan content now includes a full Affordable and Rental Housing CIP section in addition to the Downtown Vitalization CIP overview. This shifts the visible scope beyond downtown revitalization to include housing-focused incentives and project types.

Official source: cobourg.ca
May 10, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered owners and assessed owners of land and buildings within the Community Improvement Project Area
  • Tenants of land and buildings within the Community Improvement Project Area
  • Any person to whom such an owner or tenant has assigned the right to receive a grant or loan

Eligible expenses

  • Fees paid on specified planning and development applications
  • Cash-in-Lieu of Parking fees
  • Town development charges
  • Second unit renovation and construction costs, including retrofits, coach houses, and legalization of an existing unregistered second unit brought up to Code
  • Environmental Site Assessment(s), Risk Assessment, Remediation and monitoring plan; rehabilitation to permit a Record of Site Condition filing; compliance with a certificate of property use; eligible building improvements or works for universal design or sustainable design

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs incurred before an approved agreement is signed
  • Works started before application submission
  • Costs already covered by the same program twice
  • Security deposits and cash-in-lieu payments under the Fees Grant Program

Eligible geographic areas

  • Downtown Cobourg, including the downtown core bounded roughly by Durham Street to the west, College Street to the east, James Street to the north, and the Cobourg Waterfront and Marina along the southern edge

Activities funded

  • Private sector investment, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, redevelopment, and construction activity in Downtown Cobourg
  • Affordable and purpose-built rental housing projects
  • Second units and coach houses, including legalization of existing unregistered second units
  • Emergency and transitional housing developments and renovations or upgrades
  • Affordable housing and home ownership projects, brownfield redevelopment, sustainable design, and universal design projects

How to apply

  • Step 1
    • Prepare the application and supporting documents.
    • Submit the application before any work begins.
  • Step 2
    • Town staff reviews the application for completeness and eligibility.
    • Additional information may be requested.
  • Step 3
    • Application is assessed by staff and, where required, forwarded for Council approval.
    • An agreement may be required before funding is confirmed.
  • Step 4
    • Complete the approved work and provide proof of completion and costs.
    • Funding is then issued according to the program rules.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Plans, drawings, and studies
  • Cost estimates and project budget
  • Supporting construction or design documents
  • Property owner consent, if applicable

Selection criteria

  • The Rental Housing Development Charge Grant Program uses a sliding scale, and demonstrating achievement of certain criteria can result in a higher proportion of the development charge grant.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by Town staff.
  • Some programs are assessed in a single intake period.
  • Some applications go to Council for approval.
  • An agreement may be required before funding is issued.
  • Approved projects must meet completion and reporting requirements.

Additional information

  • Applications are reviewed by Town staff.
  • Some programs are first come, first served.
  • Projects may qualify for more than one program.
  • The Town may require a grant or loan agreement.

Official sources

Community Improvement Plan

Program guide

Community Improvement Plan (2016)Downtown Vitalization Plan

Supporting document

Community Improvement
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake Program

What is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake?

The Town of Cobourg's Community Improvement Plan includes the Affordable and Rental Housing CIP and the Downtown Vitalization CIP. It supports private investment in Cobourg through incentives for affordable rental housing, second units, emergency and transitional housing, and downtown revitalization.

How much funding can be received?

Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake program?

To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake program, you must: Within the CIP area Before work starts Meets Town requirements

What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake?

Fees paid on specified planning and development applications Cash-in-Lieu of Parking fees Town development charges Second unit renovation and construction costs, including retrofits, coach houses, and legalization of an existing unregistered second unit brought up to Code Environmental Site Assessment(s), Risk Assessment, Remediation and monitoring plan; rehabilitation to permit a Record of Site Condition filing; compliance with a certificate of property use; eligible building improvements or works for universal design or sustainable design

Where is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake available?

The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake?

Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake is funded by Town of Cobourg