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Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant
Funding for brownfield property rehabilitation
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- Funding available
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant supports the rehabilitation and remediation of brownfield properties in Norfolk County. It covers brownfield remediation or rehabilitation work, including building renovations, expansions, façade improvements, structural work, and site improvements tied to the project.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum share of project costs
- 100%
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered property owners
- Businesses or entities owning brownfield properties in Norfolk County CIP areas
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not the registered property owner, unless authorized by the owner
- Properties with tax arrears, unpaid municipal obligations, or legal claims affecting title
- Properties that do not meet the brownfield remediation or rehabilitation requirements
Eligible expenses
- Brownfield remediation and rehabilitation work
- Building renovations, refurnishing, repurposing, and expansions
- Façade, structural, and site improvements
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Environmental Site Assessments
- Tax increases from general reassessments, tax legislation changes, or tax rate increases
- Demolition of the property before the grant period ends
Eligible geographic areas
- Properties in any Norfolk County CIP area
Activities funded
- Brownfield remediation and rehabilitation projects
- Building renovations and expansions on existing structures
- Property improvement projects involving façade, structural, or site upgrades
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the CIP application form.
- Describe the proposed work and gather supporting documents.
- Include at least two cost estimates, drawings, plans, and required environmental documentation.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Submit the application to Norfolk County before any work begins.
- Upload the required documents with the application.
- Step 3: County review and decision
- Norfolk County staff review the application for completeness.
- The Brownfield Tax Increment Grant is then reviewed and approved by Council.
- Step 4: Agreement and payment
- If approved, enter into a site-specific funding agreement with Norfolk County.
- Grant payments are made annually under the agreement.
Documents Needed
- Plans and drawings
- At least two cost estimates
- Phase II or Phase III Environmental Site Assessments
- Invoices and proof of payment for site remediation
- Record of Site Condition and supporting brownfield documentation
Selection criteria
- Alignment with CIP objectives
- Impact on the community, including job creation and capital investment
- Quality of the proposed rehabilitation or improvement work
- Completeness of the application and supporting documents
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Norfolk County staff for completeness.
- Brownfield Tax Increment Grant approvals are decided by Council.
- Approved applicants enter into a site-specific funding agreement with Norfolk County.
- The completed project must match the approved proposal and may be inspected before the grant is issued.
- Norfolk County may audit the work and costs if needed.
Additional information
- The grant may be combined with provincial brownfield tax incentives for the education portion of property taxes.
- The property owner must authorize the application if an agent is submitting it.
- The grant is issued under a site-specific funding agreement with Norfolk County.
- Approved grants are not transferable to another property.
Contacts
Official sources
Program guide
Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment GrantApplication portal
Norfolk County CIP application form
Frequently Asked Questions about the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant Program
What is the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant?
The Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant supports the rehabilitation and remediation of brownfield properties in Norfolk County. It covers brownfield remediation or rehabilitation work, including building renovations, expansions, façade improvements, structural work, and site improvements tied to the project.
How much funding can be received?
Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant program?
To be eligible for the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant program, you must:
Registered property owner
Brownfield property in a CIP area
Rehabilitation or remediation project
What expenses are eligible under Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant?
Brownfield remediation and rehabilitation work
Building renovations, refurnishing, repurposing, and expansions
Façade, structural, and site improvements
Who can I contact for more information about the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant?
You can contact Norfolk County or by phone at 519-426-5870.
Where is the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant available?
The Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Norfolk County Brownfield Tax Increment Grant is a Grant and Funding