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Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030
Financial incentives for Hanover property improvement
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 27, 2026Latest change: The Town of Hanover says 2026 Community Improvement Program funding is fully allocated and the intake is now closed, with a new intake expected in 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 27, 2026
Latest change: The Town of Hanover says 2026 Community Improvement Program funding is fully allocated and the intake is now closed, with a new intake expected in 2027.
Community Improvement Program intake closed for 2026
The Community Improvement Program page now says 2026 funding is fully allocated and intake is closed. The page points applicants to a 2027 intake, but no dates for that intake are provided.
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 20,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Town of Hanover CIP supports revitalization and private investment across the community. It offers incentives for façade upgrades, accessibility improvements, leasehold work, vacant building conversion, planning fees, brownfield studies, tax assistance, and related development projects, with grants up to $15,000 for some streams.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Property and building revitalization projects
- Brownfield study and remediation-related projects
- Downtown façade, signage, and streetscape improvements
- Accessibility upgrades and leasehold improvements
- Vacant building conversion and secondary suite development
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting materials such as plans, cost estimates, and contracts
- Applicable reports
- Photographs of the existing property or building condition
- Site plan, drawings, or sketches of the proposed work
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners in Hanover
- Property tenants with owner consent
- Agents acting for property owners
- Businesses with commercial, industrial, mixed-use, or agricultural property
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without owner consent for tenant applications
- Properties outside the Town of Hanover project area
- Greenfield properties, except limited permitted cases
- Single detached homes for several grant streams
Eligible expenses
- Façade, building, and signage improvements
- Landscaping, parking, and pedestrian area upgrades
- Accessibility improvements
- Planning, building permit, and related professional fees
- Leasehold, vacant space conversion, and secondary suite costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Maintenance and life-cycle replacement work
- Projects started before application submission
- Greenfield properties, except limited cases noted in the plan
- Residential single detached dwellings for façade, landscaping, and accessibility grants
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Hanover
- Community Improvement Project Area within Hanover
Selection criteria
- First-come, first-served processing
- Priority sites receive first priority when applications compete
- Applications may be prioritized based on historical interest or project importance
How to apply
- Arrange and participate in a pre-application consultation meeting with the Plan Administrator to discuss and confirm application requirements, program eligibility, proposed scope of work, project timing, and supporting documentation requirements
- Submit a completed application with all required application forms and supporting documentation
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened by the Plan Administrator
- Eligible applications are recommended to Council or the approval authority
- Applicants are notified in writing of the decision
- Approved applicants must sign a Financial Incentive Agreement before work begins
- Payment is issued after completed work is inspected and approved
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Priority sites may receive first priority in the queue.
- Approved applicants must sign a Financial Incentive Agreement.
- Applicants may combine certain CIP programs, subject to program rules.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 Program
What is the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030?
The Town of Hanover CIP supports revitalization and private investment across the community. It offers incentives for façade upgrades, accessibility improvements, leasehold work, vacant building conversion, planning fees, brownfield studies, tax assistance, and related development projects, with grants up to $15,000 for some streams.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 program?
To be eligible for the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 program, you must:
Property in Hanover project area
Owner, agent, or consenting tenant
Project not started before application
What expenses are eligible under Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030?
Property and building revitalization projects
Brownfield study and remediation-related projects
Downtown façade, signage, and streetscape improvements
Accessibility upgrades and leasehold improvements
Vacant building conversion and secondary suite development
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030?
You can contact Town of Hanover by email at amarshall@hanover.ca or by phone at 519.364.2780x1253.
Where is the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 available?
The Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Hanover Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2020–2030 is a Grant and Funding