Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 30
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides property tax reductions for eligible heritage properties in Windsor. It supports restoration, preservation, rehabilitation, and stabilization work on designated heritage attributes.
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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 : 30 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Windsor
- 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
- Restoration of heritage attributes identified in a designation by-law or heritage agreement.
- Repair, preservation, rehabilitation, and stabilization of identified heritage attributes.
Documents Needed
- Project Proposal Application form
- Copy of heritage easement or conservation agreement, if any
- Photos of the property in its current state
- Detailed specifications of eligible work
- Estimates and invoices for eligible work
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of individually designated heritage properties in Windsor.
Who is not eligible
- Properties owned by federal, provincial, or municipal government agencies.
- Properties with contraventions, work orders, outstanding municipal fines, arrears, or tax fees or penalties.
Eligible expenses
- Costs of eligible heritage work, including materials and repairs needed to restore, preserve, rehabilitate, and stabilize heritage attributes.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine maintenance or repair not related to heritage status.
- Work that reduces the heritage character of the property.
- Work that causes deterioration of the property.
Eligible geographic areas
- Windsor, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Alignment of the proposed work with program eligibility requirements.
- Review of proposed expenses and completed work by City Planning.
- Review of expenses by City Finance.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit the project proposal before August 31
- Send the Project Proposal Application and supporting documents to the City, by email if desired.
- Include photos, work details, plans if relevant, and cost estimates.
- Step 2: Await proposal review and approval
- The Heritage Planner reviews the proposal.
- If the proposed tax reduction over three years is more than $20,000, committee and Council approval are required.
- If approved, a statement of eligible work is issued.
- Step 3: Complete the work
- Carry out the approved eligible work.
- Keep records and photos of the completed work.
- Step 4: Submit the final application before the end of February
- File the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Application Form with required supporting documents.
- Include proof of insurance, paid invoices, and the Maintenance & Preservation Agreement if required.
- Step 5: Final review and tax reduction decision
- City Planning and City Finance review the completed work and expenses.
- If approved, the tax reduction is issued and applied to the property tax account.
Processing and Agreement
- Step 1 proposal is reviewed by the Heritage Planner.
- Applications above $20,000 over three years require committee and Council approval.
- Step 2 expenses and completed work are reviewed by City Planning and City Finance.
- Approved applicants receive the tax reduction after review and inspection.
Additional information
- No cost to apply.
- The program is administered by the City of Windsor.
- Tax reductions are reflected on the property tax account after approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program Program
What is the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program?
This program provides property tax reductions for eligible heritage properties in Windsor. It supports restoration, preservation, rehabilitation, and stabilization work on designated heritage attributes.
How much funding can be received?
Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $30 per project.
Who is eligible for the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program program?
To be eligible for the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program program, you must:
Individually designated heritage property
Eligible heritage work required
Property in good standing
What expenses are eligible under Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program?
Restoration of heritage attributes identified in a designation by-law or heritage agreement.
Repair, preservation, rehabilitation, and stabilization of identified heritage attributes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program?
You can contact City of Windsor by email at planningdept@citywindsor.ca or by phone at (519) 255-6543 ext. 6179.
Where is the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program available?
The Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Heritage Property Tax Reduction Program is a Tax Credits