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North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
Funding for attainable and affordable housing projects
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports attainable and affordable housing projects in North Perth. It offers funding of up to $20,000 per project and/or property, with higher caps applying to specific incentive programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development or redevelopment of attainable and affordable housing
- Creation of additional dwelling units or secondary suites
- Conversion of vacant or underused space to housing or mixed-use
- Rehabilitation and renovation of existing buildings for housing
- Projects that increase the supply of rental housing
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project description and proposed improvements
- Property details and contact information
- Photos of the existing property or building
- Supporting quotes, estimates, and project financing details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Assessed owners
- Tenants with written owner consent
- Homeowners creating secondary suites
Who is not eligible
- Tenants applying for the TIEG
- Projects for short-term accommodation
- Properties with outstanding property tax arrears
- Applications for work already started before approval
Eligible expenses
- Planning and building permit fees
- Construction and renovation costs
- Building code and fire code compliance work
- Accessibility improvements
- Professional design fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retroactive costs for work started before approval
- Property tax arrears or other outstanding municipal obligations
- Performance securities, such as letters of credit
- Professional studies and costs related to tribunal or court proceedings
- Short-term accommodation projects
Eligible geographic areas
- North Perth
- Primary CIPA: Listowel and Atwood
- Secondary CIPA: Gowanstown, Monkton, Trowbridge, Newry, Britton, Molesworth, Kurtzville, and Donegal
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants must discuss the project with the CIP Administrator before applying.
- Applications are reviewed during an intake window and assessed by the CIP Implementation Committee.
- Approved applicants sign a Financial Assistance Agreement and an Attainable Housing Agreement.
- Projects are inspected after completion before funding is released.
- Applicants may appeal a refusal to Council, except where refusal is due to lack of funding.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis until annual funding is exhausted.
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the CIP Administrator before submitting.
- A Financial Assistance Agreement and an Attainable Housing Agreement are required for approved projects.
- Approved rental units must remain affordable or attainable for 15 to 20 years, depending on the program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
This program supports attainable and affordable housing projects in North Perth. It offers funding of up to $20,000 per project and/or property, with higher caps applying to specific incentive programs.
How much funding can be received?
North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program?
To be eligible for the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program, you must:
Located in a designated CIPA
Rental affordable or attainable housing
Improvement or rehabilitation work
What expenses are eligible under North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
Development or redevelopment of attainable and affordable housing
Creation of additional dwelling units or secondary suites
Conversion of vacant or underused space to housing or mixed-use
Rehabilitation and renovation of existing buildings for housing
Projects that increase the supply of rental housing
Who can I contact for more information about the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)?
You can contact Municipality of North Perth by email at ebewick@northperth.ca or by phone at 519-291-2950.
Where is the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) available?
The North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is a Grant and Funding