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Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding incentives for downtown property improvements
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Port Hope, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Downtown Community Improvement Plan offers funding incentives for property and business owners in Port Hope’s approved Downtown CIP Area. It supports projects such as interior and exterior improvements, new builds, expansions, landscaping, signage, upper-storey conversions, and related planning and permit costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Port Hope
- 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
- Interior and exterior building improvements.
- New construction and building expansions.
- Landscaping and parking area improvements.
- Upper-storey residential or live-work conversions.
- Downtown commercial signage improvements.
Documents Needed
- CIP Pre-Application Form
- Permit applications required for the project
- Proof of payment after project completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners in the Downtown CIP Area.
- Business owners in the Downtown CIP Area.
- Commercial, institutional, and mixed-use property owners.
Eligible expenses
- Interior and exterior building work.
- Façade improvements and restoration.
- Landscaping, paving, and related property improvements.
- Urban design studies, architectural drawings, and heritage impact assessments.
- Planning, development, demolition, building, and related permit fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Downtown CIP Area in Port Hope.
Processing and Agreement
- Contact the Economic Development Coordinator to discuss the project.
- Submit the CIP Pre-Application Form and receive program guidance.
- After approval, complete required permits before starting work.
- Once work is finished, submit proof of payment for cheque disbursement.
Additional information
- Multiple incentives can be stacked together, except the Tax Increment Grant Program and the Development Charge Grant Program.
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Applicants should contact the Economic Development Coordinator before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP). 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 Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
The Downtown Community Improvement Plan offers funding incentives for property and business owners in Port Hope’s approved Downtown CIP Area. It supports projects such as interior and exterior improvements, new builds, expansions, landscaping, signage, upper-storey conversions, and related planning and permit costs.
How much funding can be received?
Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program?
To be eligible for the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program, you must:
Property owners in the Downtown CIP Area.
Owner permission required if not the owner.
Projects must not have started.
What expenses are eligible under Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
Interior and exterior building improvements.
New construction and building expansions.
Landscaping and parking area improvements.
Upper-storey residential or live-work conversions.
Downtown commercial signage improvements.
Who can I contact for more information about the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
You can contact Municipality of Port Hope by email at cipincentives@porthope.ca or by phone at 905-885-2431.
Where is the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) available?
The Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is a Other Support