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Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate
Property tax relief for eligible homeowners
Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Hanover, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Residential property owners in Grey County who are, or whose spouse is, 65 years of age or older and eligible for the Federal Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) program or Ontario Works, or a disabled person of any age eligible for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
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Overview
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons provides tax reduction support for low-income homeowners in Grey County. It applies to a principal residence with a year-over-year tax increase, and relief is capped at $500.
The program cancels part of an eligible tax increase for seniors or persons with disabilities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Hanover
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Specific documentation or confirmation of information may be requested before relief can be granted
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners in Grey County who are, or whose spouse is, 65 years of age or older and eligible for the Federal Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) program or Ontario Works, or a disabled person of any age eligible for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Who is not eligible
- Properties used on a seasonal or occasional basis
- Properties that are tenanted
- Properties used for a purpose other than the owner’s primary residence
Eligible geographic areas
- Grey County
Processing and Agreement
- Staff will review your questionnaire and provide you with a preliminary response.
- Specific documentation or confirmation of information may be requested before relief can be granted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate Program
What is the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate?
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons provides tax reduction support for low-income homeowners in Grey County. It applies to a principal residence with a year-over-year tax increase, and relief is capped at $500. The program cancels part of an eligible tax increase for seniors or persons with disabilities.
How much funding can be received?
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate program?
To be eligible for the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate program, you must:
Residential property owners in Grey County
The subject property must be the applicant’s primary residence
Applicants, or their spouses, must be low-income seniors or persons with disabilities, and property taxes must have increased over the previous year
Who can I contact for more information about the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate?
You can contact Town of Hanover by email at inquiry@hanover.ca or by phone at 519-364-2780 x1224.
Where is the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate available?
The Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate?
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons & Charity Rebate is funded by Town of Hanover