Norfolk County — Additional Unit, Rental, and Affordable Housing Grant

• Drawings and/or plans
• At least two cost estimates
• Supporting documents for the proposed work, improvements, or projects
• Additional documentation required by Norfolk County staff for the application

Who is eligible?

• Property owners and tenants may apply, unless otherwise noted within the CIP.
• Where tenants are eligible, written authorization from the property owner is required.

Eligible geographic areas

• Urban areas
• Hamlet areas
• Lakeshore areas

• Select the Additional Unit, Rental, and Affordable Housing Grant in the Community Improvement Plan application form.
• Provide a detailed description of all work, improvements, or projects proposed for the property.
• Attach plans, drawings, estimates, and the required documentation with the application.

• Approved applicants must enter into an agreement with Norfolk County specifying the grant terms.
• Grants are paid only after the work is fully completed, inspected, and approved to Norfolk County’s satisfaction.
• The grant may be reduced or cancelled if the agreed work is not completed or if contractors or suppliers have not been paid.
• If the applicant does not comply with the agreement and other relevant municipal requirements, the grant funds will not be paid.

• Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• All 2026 funding has been fully allocated and is now closed; 2027 applications will open shortly, subject to Council approval in January 2027.
• Approved applicants must enter into an agreement with Norfolk County setting out the grant terms.
• Written confirmation of the commitment is valid for twelve (12) months and may be extended to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months at the Director’s discretion.