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Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program
Financial support for affordable housing projects in Barrie
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Barrie, Ontario
Overview
Supports affordable housing development in the City of Barrie through fee waivers, grants, and loans. The program can help fund eligible planning-related fees, new housing units, purpose-built rental projects, and homeowner assistance.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Barrie
- 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
- New affordable rental housing development
- New affordable ownership housing development
- Purpose-built rental housing development
- Purpose-built four-unit rental housing
- Additional residential unit creation for affordable housing
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents requested in the application form
- Project location details
- Development or redevelopment description
- Basic project pro forma details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Charitable organizations
- Government entities
- Market and for-profit housing developers
- City of Barrie homeowners
Who is not eligible
- Projects outside the City of Barrie
- Properties with tax arrears
- Sites on flood- or erosion-hazard lands
- Home purchase for investment or full rental use
Eligible expenses
- Planning application and related Development Services fees
- Development charges deferral until occupancy
- Grant support tied to eligible housing development costs
- Down payment assistance for eligible homebuyers
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Building permit application fees
- Parkland or ecological offsetting fees
- Securities or deposits
- Registration fees for documents, plans, or legal agreements on title
- Development charges and school board levies under the fee exemption program
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Barrie
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Development Services staff for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible applications are assessed using a scorecard and reviewed by a Grants Review Group.
- The Grants Review Group makes the final funding decision.
- Applicants are notified of the decision and successful applicants must sign an agreement with the City.
- Funding is released according to the program terms and required documentation.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by City of Barrie staff and a grants review group.
- Funding depends on program availability and may be limited.
- Some programs require an agreement with the City before funding is issued.
- Eligible incentives may be combined with other government funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program. 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 Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program?
Supports affordable housing development in the City of Barrie through fee waivers, grants, and loans. The program can help fund eligible planning-related fees, new housing units, purpose-built rental projects, and homeowner assistance.
Who is eligible for the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program program?
To be eligible for the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program program, you must:
Project located in Barrie
Qualifying housing project
No property tax arrears
What expenses are eligible under Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program?
New affordable rental housing development
New affordable ownership housing development
Purpose-built rental housing development
Purpose-built four-unit rental housing
Additional residential unit creation for affordable housing
Who can I contact for more information about the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program?
You can contact City of Barrie by email at Housing.CIP@barrie.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program available?
The Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program?
Exemption from Planning Application Fees Program is funded by City of Barrie