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Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program
Supports qualifying residential developments in Barrie
Last Update: June 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
July 15, 2026
Opened June 10, 2026
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program supports residential developments in Barrie with a waiver of development charges. It applies to qualifying building permit applications for five-storey-plus projects, including purpose-built rental and ownership or condominium developments meeting the stated affordability terms.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : June 10, 2026
- Closing date : July 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Barrie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- New building permit applications for residential developments.
- Active developments that are 100% rental residential development of five storeys or more, with a building permit issued or submitted to the City of Barrie prior to August 14, 2025.
Documents Needed
- Architectural, life safety, structural, mechanical and electrical plans
- Approved site plans
- Any other technical drawings, documents or specifications
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New building permit applications for residential developments that are five storeys and above.
- Active developments that are 100% rental residential development of five storeys or more, with a building permit issued or submitted to the City of Barrie prior to August 14, 2025.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Barrie
How to apply
- A complete building permit application for the residential building must be received by the Building Services department on or before July 15, 2026.
- If applicable, any Zoning By-law Amendment application must have been approved and in effect, with any holding (H) provisions lifted before July 15, 2026.
- Conditional Site Plan approval must have been granted by the Executive Director of Development Services before July 15, 2026.
- All inspection requests must be made through APLI by no later than October 31, 2026, and will be carried out on the following business day.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are administered on a first come, first serve basis until the limit is reached, provided the applicants meet all eligibility requirements.
- Annual reports to the City providing occupancy rates or sales records of affordable units by March 1st are required for the duration of the agreement.
Additional information
- On June 10, 2026, City Council extended the program and opened a second intake.
- The program is administered on a first come, first serve basis until the limit is reached, provided the applicants meet all eligibility requirements.
- The second intake introduced new deadlines for eligible permit applications and new eligibility criteria for ownership projects.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program Program
What is the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program?
The Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program supports residential developments in Barrie with a waiver of development charges. It applies to qualifying building permit applications for five-storey-plus projects, including purpose-built rental and ownership or condominium developments meeting the stated affordability terms.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is July 15, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program program?
To be eligible for the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program program, you must:
Residential developments must be five storeys and above.
A complete building permit application must be received on or before July 15, 2026.
Construction must start by no later than October 31, 2026.
What expenses are eligible under Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program?
New building permit applications for residential developments.
Active developments that are 100% rental residential development of five storeys or more, with a building permit issued or submitted to the City of Barrie prior to August 14, 2025.
Who can I contact for more information about the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program?
You can contact City of Barrie by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program available?
The Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Development Charge Waiver Pilot Program is a Grant and Funding