Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal
Montréal, QC, Canada
Montréal subsidizes sustainable industrial building tax increases
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
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- City of Montreal (MTL)
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The Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program in Montréal provides a subsidy up to an annual cap of $1,000,000, aimed at promoting real-estate investment and sustainable development in industrial areas. Eligible activities include sustainable construction, expansion, or renovation of buildings used for manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, and other specified economic sectors.
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The Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program offers financing modalities that promote property tax relief to support sustainable development projects. These modalities are structured to adapt to the scale of eligible renovation or construction work.
- 100 per cent coverage of the general property tax increase resulting from eligible work for the first three years.
- 80 per cent coverage of the general property tax increase resulting from eligible work for the fourth year.
- 60 per cent coverage of the general property tax increase resulting from eligible work for the fifth year.
- An additional subsidy that may increase payments to 100 per cent of the general property tax increase for the fourth and fifth years if the building obtains Zero Carbon Building certification or is located in a key geographical sector.
- The subsidy is capped at a maximum of $1,000,000 annually.
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This subsidy encourages construction and renovation projects that align with sustainable development principles in Montreal's industrial sector. Eligible activities involve projects in key economic areas that contribute to sustainable growth and innovation.
- Manufacturing in general.
- Aircraft maintenance, repair, and servicing.
- Film, video, and audio recording production.
- Architecture, engineering, and testing laboratories.
- Specialized design services.
- Computer system design and related services.
- Off-the-shelf software publishing.
- Data processing and hosting.
- Environmental consulting services.
- Research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences.
- Head offices and regional offices.
- Rooftop greenhouses.
- Value-added logistics.
- Agriculture and farming inside a building.
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The company eligibility criteria for the Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program grant are as follows:
- New buildings must meet one of the following conditions:
- Obtain LEED certification
- Obtain Living Building Challenge certification
- Obtain BREEAM certification
- Obtain HQE certification
- Obtain Passive House certification
- Obtain Zero Carbon Building certification
- Meet building code requirements for wood-frame structure
- Existing buildings must meet one of the following conditions:
- Obtain BOMA BEST certification
- Meet one of the required conditions for a new building
- Target economic activities include:
- Manufacturing in general
- Aircraft maintenance, repair and servicing
- Film, video, and audio recording production
- Architecture, engineering, and testing laboratories
- Specialized design services
- Computer system design and related services
- Off-the-shelf software publishing
- Data processing and hosting
- Environmental consulting services
- Physical science, engineering, and life sciences research and development
- Head offices and regional offices
- Rooftop greenhouses
- Value-added logistics
- Agriculture and farming inside a building
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Owners of industrial buildings located in the agglomeration of Montréal who are planning to carry out construction or renovation work in line with sustainable development principles can apply for this grant. The program targets specific economic activities, including manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, film production, engineering, computer system design, environmental consulting, and agriculture within buildings. Both new and existing buildings must meet specified certification requirements to be eligible.
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The Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program supports various activities aimed at enhancing the industrial sector while promoting environmental sustainability in Montréal. Eligible projects revolve around the construction and renovation work in specific economic activities, adhering to sustainable building standards.
- Manufacturing projects, especially those with sustainable building certifications.
- Film, video, and audio recording production facilities with eco-friendly upgrades.
- Architecture, engineering, and testing laboratories with sustainable advancements.
- Computer system design and related services focusing on greener operations.
- Rooftop greenhouses supporting urban agriculture.
- Value-added logistics facilities incorporating sustainable designs.
- Environmental consulting services with eco-conscious infrastructure projects.
- Regional and head office renovations that align with sustainability principles.
- Data processing and hosting centers with energy-efficient structures.
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This grant is specifically available for businesses operating within certain economic activities in the agglomeration of Montréal. No additional information is provided regarding other eligible geographic locations.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for the Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program:
- Step 1: Prepare Application Documents
- Download the application form for the Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program.
- Gather proof of property ownership or a signed purchase offer.
- Obtain an alteration or construction permit application.
- Step 2: Contact Local Representatives
- Reach out to the economic development commissioner in your borough.
- Alternatively, contact your local PME MTL representative for assistance.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Send the completed application form and all required documents by email to developpement.eco[email protected].
- Step 4: Follow Up
- Ensure you receive confirmation that your application has been received.
- Keep in contact with your local representative for updates on the application status.
- Step 5: Complete Work
- Upon approval, you have three years to complete the construction or renovation work.
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The Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program focuses on encouraging sustainable development and investment in specific economic sectors within Montréal. It also considers key geographical areas and offers considerable financial incentives to promote environmentally-friendly building practices.
- The program is part of the "Geared Up for Tomorrow" Economic Development Strategy and the "Building Montréal" Action Plan.
- Montréal has allocated $59.7 million over 13 years for the program.
- The program eligibility period ends on December 31, 2024.
- The main subsidy covers 100% of the property tax increase for three years, with decreasing coverage for the fourth and fifth years.
- An additional subsidy can bring the coverage back to 100% in the fourth and fifth years if certain conditions are met.
- The annual subsidy cap is $1,000,000 per building.
