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Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program
Funding for urban design studies and drawings
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding to help offset the cost of professional urban design studies and architectural/design drawings. Eligible applicants can receive up to 50% of costs, to a maximum of $2,500 per property or project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preparation of professional urban design studies
- Preparation of architectural or design drawings for facade improvement or building rehabilitation/redevelopment
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Description and cost estimate for the study or drawings
- Description of the planned facade improvement or building rehabilitation/redevelopment
- Copy of any planning applications submitted or approved
- Owner’s written consent, if the applicant is a tenant
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Tenants with written owner authorization
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for properties outside the Community Improvement Project Area
- Tenants without written owner authorization
Eligible expenses
- Professional urban design studies
- Professional architectural/design drawings
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- HST
Eligible geographic areas
- Community Improvement Project Area, Township of Selwyn
How to apply
- Step 1: Pre-application consultation
- Arrange a meeting or consultation with staff.
- Confirm eligibility, scope of work, and timing.
- Step 2: Application submission
- Complete the application form.
- Ensure all required signatures are included.
- Submit the application with the required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Review and approval
- Staff review the application and supporting documents.
- Additional clarification or documents may be requested.
- If approved, the Township issues an approval letter and the grant agreement is signed.
- Step 4: Final submission and payment
- Prepare the study or drawings after approval.
- Submit electronic and hard copies, along with paid invoices and the grant receipt form.
- The Township reviews the submission and issues the grant cheque if approved.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by staff for eligibility.
- Staff may request clarification or additional supporting documents.
- Applicants are notified in writing if the application does not meet requirements.
- If approved, a grant agreement is executed before funding is issued.
- The Township may inspect the property and audit study costs before payment.
Additional information
- No application fee is charged.
- A pre-application meeting or consultation with staff is required before applying.
- The grant agreement is signed only after approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program Program
What is the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program?
This program provides funding to help offset the cost of professional urban design studies and architectural/design drawings. Eligible applicants can receive up to 50% of costs, to a maximum of $2,500 per property or project.
How much funding can be received?
Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program program, you must:
Property owner or authorized tenant
Property in the Community Improvement Project Area
Study by qualified professional
What expenses are eligible under Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program?
Preparation of professional urban design studies
Preparation of architectural or design drawings for facade improvement or building rehabilitation/redevelopment
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program?
You can contact Township of Selwyn by email at ecdev@selwyntownship.ca or by phone at 705-292-9507.
Where is the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program available?
The Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Improvement Plan – Urban Design Study Grant Program is a Grant and Funding