Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports new rental housing in Kingston through property tax-based incentives. It aims to increase purpose-built rental apartments and accelerate construction of eligible rental apartment buildings, including affordable rental units.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Increase production or service capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Development of new purpose-built rental apartment buildings.
- Construction of rental buildings with affordable rental units.
- Conversion of an existing building into a rental apartment building with at least seven net new rental units.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Estimated construction cost of the rental apartment building
- Building permit documents
- Occupancy permit documents
- Agreement signed with the City
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners
- Developers of rental apartment buildings
Who is not eligible
- Properties exempt from property taxes
- Properties subject to fire or building code orders
Eligible expenses
- Construction costs of the eligible rental apartment building
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston urban boundary
Selection criteria
- Development increases property taxes.
- Full building permits must be obtained within the required period.
- Occupancy permits and deficiency corrections must be completed within three years of the full permit.
- The property must not be subject to fire or building code orders.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Include the estimated cost of construction.
- Step 2: Submit to the Director
- Submit the application before full building permits are issued.
- Step 3: Receive eligibility confirmation
- Wait for written confirmation from the Director and Chief Financial Officer.
- Step 4: Complete project requirements
- Obtain full building permits and later occupancy permits.
- Address all building deficiencies.
- Step 5: Sign the City agreement
- Enter into the required agreement registered on title.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by the Director for eligibility.
- The Director and Chief Financial Officer confirm eligibility in writing.
- Approvals depend on meeting full permit and occupancy requirements.
- Successful applicants must enter into an agreement registered on title.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted at any point in the development process.
- Successful applicants must sign an agreement with the City.
- The agreement is registered on title of the property.
- Properties receiving support must remain rental apartments for at least 15 years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rental Housing Program Program
What is the Rental Housing Program?
The program supports new rental housing in Kingston through property tax-based incentives. It aims to increase purpose-built rental apartments and accelerate construction of eligible rental apartment buildings, including affordable rental units.
How much funding can be received?
Rental Housing Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Rental Housing Program program?
To be eligible for the Rental Housing Program program, you must:
New rental apartment building with 7+ units.
Located within the urban boundary.
Property taxes must be in good standing.
What expenses are eligible under Rental Housing Program?
Development of new purpose-built rental apartment buildings.
Construction of rental buildings with affordable rental units.
Conversion of an existing building into a rental apartment building with at least seven net new rental units.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rental Housing Program?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at planning@cityofkingston.ca or by phone at 613-546-4291.
Where is the Rental Housing Program available?
The Rental Housing Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Rental Housing Program?
Rental Housing Program is funded by City of Kingston