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Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives
Heritage property revitalization support
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Prescott, Canada
Overview
The Heritage Conservation area of the Prescott Community Improvement Plan offers incentives for heritage property owners or tenants in the Town of Prescott, including a property improvement grant of up to $9,000 and funding at up to 50% of eligible costs. It supports studies and plans, façade improvements, accessibility upgrades, and interior work.
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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 : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Prescott
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
- Complete studies and plans
- Improve building façade
- Improve accessibility
- Improve interior portions
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project quotes or estimates
- Drawings or mock-ups of planned signage and property improvements
- Proposed material specs, sample images, colour samples, and existing condition images
- Property proof of ownership or lease agreement
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Heritage property owners
- Heritage property tenants with owner authorization
Who is not eligible
- Tenant applicants without owner authorization
Eligible expenses
- Studies and plans
- Building façade improvements
- Accessibility improvements
- Interior improvements
Eligible geographic areas
- Heritage Conservation Area
Selection criteria
- Consistency with Town design guidelines and by-laws
- Project fit with heritage preservation objectives
- Review by the Planning Advisory Committee
- Compliance with supporting documentation requirements
How to apply
- Arrange a pre-consultation meeting with the Economic Development Office to discuss and confirm application requirements, program eligibility, proposed scope of work, project timing, and supporting documentation requirements
- After the consultation, submit a completed application with the required supporting documentation
- Submit a separate application for each individually addressed property
- Submit the application to Prescott's Economic Development Department; electronic submissions are preferred
Processing and Agreement
- The applicant shall not commence any works or studies subject to a CIP application before municipal approval and execution of any applicable grant or loan agreement
- Once all required forms and supporting materials are received, Town Staff will undertake a preliminary screening of the proposal and application
- If the application meets the program requirements, it moves forward to review and approval, and a PAC meeting is scheduled
- The applicant is notified whether the application was approved or declined within 48 hours of the PAC meeting
- If approved, the applicant must enter into an agreement to receive approved funding, and payment follows submission of required proof of expenses and payment
Additional information
- The 2023 CIP replaces the 2018 CIP.
- The plan provides financial incentives under five categories, including the Downtown Core/RiverWalk District, Heritage Properties, Employment Lands, Brownfields and Residential Development Lands.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives Program
What is the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives?
The Heritage Conservation area of the Prescott Community Improvement Plan offers incentives for heritage property owners or tenants in the Town of Prescott, including a property improvement grant of up to $9,000 and funding at up to 50% of eligible costs. It supports studies and plans, façade improvements, accessibility upgrades, and interior work.
How much funding can be received?
Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives program?
To be eligible for the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives program, you must:
Heritage Designated and Historically Significant properties
Projects for studies and plans, façade work, accessibility, or interior portions
What expenses are eligible under Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives?
Complete studies and plans
Improve building façade
Improve accessibility
Improve interior portions
Who can I contact for more information about the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives?
You can contact Town of Prescott by email at dvalentyne@prescott.ca or by phone at 613-925-2812 Ext 6220.
Where is the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives available?
The Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives program is available across Canada.
Is the Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Prescott Heritage Conservation CIP Incentives is a Grant and Funding