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MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP)
QC, Canada
Supports homeowners with necessary regional renovation projects
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- MRC Brome-Missisquoi
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The MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program provides financial assistance to low-income households for home renovations with a focus on improving safety and accessibility. The program offers a maximum funding amount to support eligible repair activities.
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- Grant amounts can vary between $20,000 and $25,000, determined by the household income.
- Financial aid is specifically intended for addressing major defects in the residence.
- Funding is contingent upon the verification of defects by an inspector accredited by the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ).
- The repair work must be carried out by a licensed contractor from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
- Authorization from the local municipality or MRC is mandatory before commencing any repair work.
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- Repair of external walls.
- Replacement of openings, including doors and windows.
- Renovation of projections such as galleries and balconies.
- Roof repairs.
- Structural repairs.
- Electrical system corrections.
- Plumbing improvements.
- Heating system upgrades.
- Thermal insulation improvements.
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- The applicant must be a homeowner occupying the residence as their principal dwelling.
- The household must have low or modest income.
- The residence must be located in an eligible area, which includes municipalities with less than 15,000 inhabitants, municipalities in the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region, or municipalities with 15,000 inhabitants or more but not served by water or sewer systems.
- The residence cannot be in the cities of Gatineau and Laval, or the agglomerations of Longueuil, Montréal, and Québec.
- The residence must not be located in northern villages or indigenous reserves.
- The building must have no more than two housing units, including the owner's unit.
- The property's value must be below the maximum standardized value set by the local municipality or MRC, not exceeding $150,000.
- An inspector accredited by the SHQ must confirm the presence of a major defect in the residence.
- The renovations must address major deficiencies in specific elements such as exterior walls, openings, projections, roofing, structure, electricity, plumbing, heating, or thermal insulation.
- Renovations must be conducted by a contractor with a valid license from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
- Authorization for the renovations must be obtained from the municipality or MRC before commencing work.
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- Correction of major defects related to exterior walls.
- Correction of defects in openings such as doors and windows.
- Repair of projections including galleries and balconies.
- Roof repair or replacement.
- Structural repairs.
- Electrical system repairs.
- Plumbing system improvements.
- Heating system upgrades.
- Thermal insulation enhancements.
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- Municipalities with fewer than 15,000 inhabitants.
- Municipalities in the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine administrative region.
- Municipalities with 15,000 or more inhabitants that lack a water or sewer system.
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- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Confirm that your property is located in an eligible municipality within the specified regions.
- Ensure your household income does not exceed the maximum threshold based on the size of your household and region.
- Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation
- Obtain the municipal evaluation notice showing the value of your property and the uniformized value.
- Schedule a visit from an accredited SHQ inspector to confirm major defects in your residence that qualify for the program.
- Step 3: Contact Local Authorities
- Reach out to your MRC or local municipal office for guidance and initial discussions about your application.
- Consult the RénoRégion page on the SHQ website for additional information.
- Step 4: Hire Licensed Contractor
- Select an entrepreneur with the necessary license from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec to perform the repairs.
- Step 5: Obtain Authorization
- Secure approval from your local municipality or MRC before initiating the repair works.
- Step 6: Submit Application
- Complete the application form as directed by your MRC or municipality.
- Submit all required documents and forms to the relevant municipal or regional office for processing.
- Step 7: Await Decision
- Wait for the official communication from the authorities regarding the approval or rejection of the grant application.
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- The program offers a maximum grant of $20,000 or $25,000, depending on the household income.
- The grant is specifically for major defects confirmation by a SHQ-accredited inspector during a home visit.
- The property must serve as the primary residence of the applicant and can have no more than two dwellings.
- The house value must not exceed $150,000 for program eligibility, based on the municipality's set values.
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