Closed
Source verified July 12, 2026
Development Charges Reduction Program
Supports housing growth through municipal infrastructure
Latest source updateLast Update: July 11, 2026Latest change: The DCRP guidelines PDF added FAQ guidance on TPON submission, supporting documents, and award/tender evidence, and the program page now says applications are closed.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 11, 2026
Latest change: The DCRP guidelines PDF added FAQ guidance on TPON submission, supporting documents, and award/tender evidence, and the program page now says applications are closed.
DCRP guidance updated and applications closed
The Development Charge Reduction Program guidelines PDF now includes an expanded FAQ section that clarifies how to apply through TPON and what supporting documents to submit, including documentation related to award or tender evidence. The program page now states that applications are closed, while still showing the June 19, 2026 deadline on the page content and the June 19, 2026 updated date on the landing page. The core eligibility framework and funding share language remain the same, including the 30% to 50% or more DC reduction target, up to 90% federal and provincial funding, and at least 10% municipal contribution.
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Deadline
June 19, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Development Charge Reduction Program supports Ontario municipalities that lower residential development charges to unlock more housing. It also helps finance housing-enabling infrastructure such as roads, water, wastewater and transit.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- 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
- Housing-enabling infrastructure projects
- Expansion or new construction of municipal infrastructure systems
- Projects supporting new housing delivery over the long term
Documents Needed
- Development charge by-law showing rates effective March 30, 2026
- Latest development charge background study
- Capital budget or plan
- KML project map
- Supporting evidence of shovel-readiness, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario single-tier municipalities
- Ontario upper-tier municipalities
- Ontario lower-tier municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Non-municipal organizations
- Municipalities without an active residential development charge by-law
Eligible expenses
- Construction costs, labour, materials and equipment
- Land acquisition costs for the provincial share only
- Environmental assessment and duty to consult costs incurred after February 26, 2026
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Soft costs such as design, engineering, legal fees, permitting and insurance
- Overhead, administrative and staffing costs
- Operating and maintenance costs
- Costs incurred after October 31, 2035 or for cancelled projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Depth of committed development charge reduction
- Number of housing units enabled by the DC relief
- Municipal contribution to the project
- Shovel-readiness of the project
- Priority is given to housing-enabling infrastructure
How to apply
- Step 1: Register or log in to TPON
- Create or access your Transfer Payment Ontario account.
- Confirm organization contact information.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill in the required project and municipal information.
- Complete the duty to consult questionnaire.
- Step 3: Upload supporting documents
- Attach the required forms and project evidence in TPON.
- Include the KML project map and other requested attachments.
- Step 4: Submit by the deadline
- Send the full application through TPON.
- Wait for the automated acknowledgement of receipt and file number.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness, eligibility and program outcomes
- Projects are assessed on DC reduction depth, housing impact and municipal contribution
- Approved applicants receive a funding agreement to sign before funding is released
- Funding is paid after required milestones are confirmed through reporting
- Annual reports are required during the funding period
Additional information
- The application process was administered through Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) and is now closed.
- Only a single intake was planned for this program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Development Charges Reduction Program Program
What is the Development Charges Reduction Program?
The Development Charge Reduction Program supports Ontario municipalities that lower residential development charges to unlock more housing. It also helps finance housing-enabling infrastructure such as roads, water, wastewater and transit.
How much funding can be received?
Development Charges Reduction Program Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Development Charges Reduction Program program?
To be eligible for the Development Charges Reduction Program program, you must:
Ontario municipality with active DC by-law
DC reduction commitment of 30% to 50%+
Housing-enabling project in DC study and capital plan
What expenses are eligible under Development Charges Reduction Program?
Housing-enabling infrastructure projects
Expansion or new construction of municipal infrastructure systems
Projects supporting new housing delivery over the long term
Who can I contact for more information about the Development Charges Reduction Program?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at DCRP@ontario.ca or by phone at 416-325-6691.
Where is the Development Charges Reduction Program available?
The Development Charges Reduction Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Development Charges Reduction Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Development Charges Reduction Program is a Grant and Funding