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Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design
Funding for affordable, sustainable rental housing
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 27, 2025
- Closing date : April 25, 2025
Location
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial incentives for sustainably built affordable rental housing in Richmond Hill. It supports new residential developments, including mixed-income and mixed-use projects, through grants and public land opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : January 27, 2025
- Closing date : April 25, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Richmond Hill
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Development of new purpose-built affordable rental housing.
- Mixed-income residential projects with affordable units.
- Mixed-use buildings that include residential and non-residential space.
- Projects designed to meet enhanced sustainability metrics.
- Delivery of affordable housing on public lands, where available.
Documents Needed
- Project and applicant details
- Capital and operating budgets or pro forma
- Affordability and rental rate information
- Development schedule
- Funding sources already secured or being pursued
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private developers
- Non-profit developers
- Private and non-profit partnerships
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Richmond Hill
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed during an intake period or call for applications.
- Eligible applications are scored against project evaluation criteria.
- Competitive funding goes to the highest-scoring projects, subject to available budget.
- Approved applicants must enter into a contribution agreement with the City.
- The agreement is registered against the property title and includes reporting obligations.
Additional information
- The program is part of Richmond Hill’s Community Improvement Plan for Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design.
- Funding is conditional and subject to availability.
- Approved projects must stay affordable for at least 25 years.
- A contribution agreement is required after approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design. 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 Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design?
This program provides financial incentives for sustainably built affordable rental housing in Richmond Hill. It supports new residential developments, including mixed-income and mixed-use projects, through grants and public land opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 25, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design program, you must:
Residential rental project
Affordable rental units required
Meets City sustainability standards
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design?
Development of new purpose-built affordable rental housing.
Mixed-income residential projects with affordable units.
Mixed-use buildings that include residential and non-residential space.
Projects designed to meet enhanced sustainability metrics.
Delivery of affordable housing on public lands, where available.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design?
You can contact City of Richmond Hill by email at none or by phone at 905-771-8800.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design available?
The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design program is available the province of Ontario.