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Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program
Defer development charges for qualifying housing projects
Last Update: April 22, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program allows qualifying housing projects in Barrie to defer development charges from building permit issuance to occupancy. It supports high-density residential and mixed-use projects, including rental and condominium housing, that meet the Housing CIP criteria.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
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
- High-density residential developments
- Mixed-use housing projects
- Standalone residential developments
- Purpose-built rental housing
- Condominium ownership housing
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Cover letter
- Proof that the Site Plan Agreement is registered on title
- Proof that a building permit application has been submitted
- Owner authorization form, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- High-density residential developers
- Mixed-use project owners
- Rental housing developers
- Condominium housing developers
Who is not eligible
- Projects that are not high-density residential or mixed-use housing
- Projects with an expected construction period of less than three years
- Properties with tax arrears and no acceptable payment arrangement
Eligible geographic areas
- Barrie, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Compliance with Housing CIP criteria
- Site Plan Control approval
- Minimum construction period of three years or more
- Minimum development charges threshold
- Property tax status in good standing
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare the cover letter and supporting information.
- Confirm the required project and ownership details.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the application by email to HousingCIP@barrie.ca.
- Submit it at the time of the building permit application.
- Step 3: Review and decision
- The City reviews the application for completeness and eligibility.
- You are notified if information is missing or if the application is complete.
- You are informed if the application is approved.
- Step 4: Finalize the agreement
- If approved, work with the City to complete the legal agreement.
- The agreement may be registered on title.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for completeness and eligibility.
- Missing information is flagged to the applicant.
- Review is completed by Development Services, Finance, Legal Services, and Building Services.
- Applicants are notified of the decision, and successful applicants proceed to a legal agreement.
- The agreement is finalized and may be registered on title before the deferral is granted.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by Development Services, Financial Services, Legal Services, and Building Services.
- The deferral is subject to interest charges under the City’s current Development Charges By-law.
- The City may require payment of development charges if the agreement is not followed.
- The agreement may include construction timelines.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) ProgramTax relief for major development projects
Frequently Asked Questions about the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program Program
What is the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program?
This program allows qualifying housing projects in Barrie to defer development charges from building permit issuance to occupancy. It supports high-density residential and mixed-use projects, including rental and condominium housing, that meet the Housing CIP criteria.
Who is eligible for the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program program?
To be eligible for the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program program, you must:
High-density residential project
Three-year or longer construction period
Property taxes in good standing
What expenses are eligible under Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program?
High-density residential developments
Mixed-use housing projects
Standalone residential developments
Purpose-built rental housing
Condominium ownership housing
Who can I contact for more information about the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program?
You can contact City of Barrie by email at HousingCIP@barrie.ca or by phone at (705) 726-4242.
Where is the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program available?
The Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program?
Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Development Charges Deferral Program is funded by City of Barrie