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Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development
Supports attainable and affordable housing development
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Lake of Bays, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development supports attainable and affordable housing development in the Township of Lake of Bays. It may fund acquisition and construction costs for redevelopment of multi-residential housing, single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses, and related renewable energy projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Lake of Bays
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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 vacant residential land
- Redevelopment of multi-residential housing
- Redevelopment of single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses
- Renewable energy projects associated with the production of new housing units
Documents Needed
- Supporting documentation, including plans, photos, and quotes
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition costs related to development of vacant residential land or redevelopment of multi-residential housing or single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses
- Construction costs related to redevelopment of multi-residential housing or single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses
- Renewable energy projects such as solar panels, small-scale wind turbines, or geothermal associated with the production of new housing units
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Appliances
Eligible geographic areas
- Baysville Project Area
- Dorset Project Area
- Dwight Project Area
- Hillside Project Area
How to apply
- Review Program Details
- Schedule a Pre-Consultation Meeting with staff
- Gather Supporting Documentation, including plans, photos, and quotes
- Fill out the Online Form
Processing and Agreement
- A separate Art in Public Spaces Application must be completed for each piece of art being considered.
Additional information
- The Community Improvement Plan Private Sector Incentive Program has two intakes annually, in the first quarter and the third quarter of each year.
- The second intake only occurs if funding remains available after the first.
- Applicants are asked to review the program details in the Township’s Private Sector Incentive Programs Policy.
- A separate Art in Public Spaces Application must also be completed for each piece of art being considered.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development Program
What is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development?
The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development supports attainable and affordable housing development in the Township of Lake of Bays. It may fund acquisition and construction costs for redevelopment of multi-residential housing, single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses, and related renewable energy projects.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development program, you must:
The project must be located in one of the CIP project areas.
The project must relate to housing development.
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development?
Development of vacant residential land
Redevelopment of multi-residential housing
Redevelopment of single-family dwellings with accessory residential uses
Renewable energy projects associated with the production of new housing units
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development?
You can contact Lake of Bays Township by email at mlonsdale@lakeofbays.on.ca or by phone at 705-635-2272, ext. 1235.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development available?
The Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) — Housing Development is a Grant and Funding