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Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy
Basement flooding prevention support
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The basement flooding prevention subsidy application form now shows revised wastewater lateral eligibility, documentation, and submission instructions, and the related subsidy page adds new homeowner and contractor guides.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The basement flooding prevention subsidy application form now shows revised wastewater lateral eligibility, documentation, and submission instructions, and the related subsidy page adds new homeowner and contractor guides.
Basement Flooding Subsidy Form and Lateral Program Updated
The Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program application form now shows the wastewater lateral lining and repair subsidy, with eligibility tied to proof from a Household Drainage Survey or a plumber/drainage assessment and applications submitted within one year after the work is completed. The form also expands required documentation, adds updated permit and inspection proof, and keeps the repair subsidy at 50% up to a maximum of $4,000, while work completed after July 15, 2024 remains eligible for the higher maximum. The related subsidy page was also refreshed with new Homeowner Guide and Contractor Guide links, a disclaimer about homeowner, contractor, and municipal roles, and revised Dropbox submission wording that still uses basementfloodingsubsidy@halton.ca. The program support content continues to show the same funding amounts of 100% up to $6,500 for certain projects, 100% up to $900 for downspout disconnection, 50% up to $1,600 for the backwater valve subsidy, and
Funding available
$ 4,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Halton Region’s Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program supports homeowners in Halton Region with 50% funding up to $4,000 to help reduce basement flooding. Eligible work includes wastewater lateral lining and repair, weeping tile disconnection with sump pump installation, exterior storm drain disconnection, downspout disconnection, and backwater valve installation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, Oakville
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Weeping tile disconnection with sump pump installation
- Exterior storm drain disconnection
- Downspout disconnection
- Wastewater lateral repairs, replacement, or lining
- Backwater valve installation
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed 6-page Application form, including the initialled Terms and Conditions page 2 and 3
- Completed and signed 2-page Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program Waiver form
- Completed sketch on page 6 showing all possible downspouts disconnected from the Regional wastewater system
- Halton Region’s Customer Survey
- Itemized invoice, paid in full, with permit and inspection sign-off where applicable, contractor confirmation of pre-existing condition, and before-and-after photos or CCTV footage
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Homeowners who own the property where the work was performed
Who is not eligible
- Properties on septic systems
- Properties that have already received this subsidy, even if ownership has changed
Eligible expenses
- Materials and labour charged to repair the wastewater lateral
- Plumbing or drainage assessment costs, where applicable
- CCTV inspection or video inspection costs, where applicable
- Permit and inspection fees, where applicable
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Water-powered backup sump pumps
- Exterior backwater valve installations
- Homeowner or volunteer labour
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the forms
- Download the application form and waiver form.
- Fill in the required applicant and property information.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Collect the required CCTV videos, permit documents, inspection confirmation, and itemized invoice.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Email the completed package to basementfloodingsubsidy@halton.ca.
- Use the online Dropbox platform for larger files such as CCTV videos.
- Mail or drop off the submission in person if needed.
Processing and Agreement
- The Region reviews and accepts all required forms and supporting documentation, confirms the work has been completed, and requires a detailed paid invoice before subsidy payment is issued.
- If the application is accepted, the applicant must sign a waiver form before accepting the subsidy money.
- Payment is issued within approximately 4 to 6 weeks after receipt of the signed waiver form, once the required conditions are met.
- The Region may accept or reject any application at its sole discretion.
Additional information
- The subsidy is a one-time subsidy per property.
- Work must be completed and approved before reimbursement.
- The homeowner must sign the application and waiver forms.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Exterior Storm Drain DisconnectionFlooding support for exterior drain disconnection
- Weeping Tile Disconnection and Sump Pump Installation SubsidyBasement flood prevention for homeowners
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy Program
What is the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy?
Halton Region’s Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program supports homeowners in Halton Region with 50% funding up to $4,000 to help reduce basement flooding. Eligible work includes wastewater lateral lining and repair, weeping tile disconnection with sump pump installation, exterior storm drain disconnection, downspout disconnection, and backwater valve installation.
How much funding can be received?
Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $4,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy program?
To be eligible for the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy program, you must:
Home must be in Halton Region and connected to municipal wastewater services, not septic
Applications must be submitted within one year after the work is completed
Subsidy is available only once per property
What expenses are eligible under Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy?
Weeping tile disconnection with sump pump installation
Exterior storm drain disconnection
Downspout disconnection
Wastewater lateral repairs, replacement, or lining
Backwater valve installation
Who can I contact for more information about the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy?
You can contact Halton Region (HATCH) by email at basementfloodingsubsidy@halton.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy available?
The Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy is a Grant and Funding