The City of St. Catharines' 2020 Community Improvement Plan (2020CIP) offers property owners financial incentives to help offset a portion of project costs incurred for redevelopment projects, brownfield remediation and building façade improvements. If your project qualifies for funding, it will be paid after the project has been completed.
Apply for an incentive program
There are four financial incentive programs as part of the 2020CIP. Review each of the programs and learn how to apply, review the eligibility process and application deadlines.
Tax Increment Finance Program |
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The Tax Increment Finance Program (TIF) provides financial incentives to offset project costs for redevelopment projects. This incentive is given as an annual property tax rebate of 45 per cent of the increase of the City's portion of property taxes. It is provided for a period of up to 10 years after the project is completed. Apply for the TIFPlease complete the Tax Increment Finance Program Application and submit it by email or address it to Planning Services and deliver it via the James Street drop box at City Hall located at 50 Church St. Applications can also be submitted via mail to: The City of St. Catharines Planning Services We accept applications at two times per year. Please submit before either of these deadlines:
Application guidelinesPlease view the Tax Increment Finance Program Guidelines before you apply to review the eligibility process and complete application details. |
Brownfield Tax Increment Finance Program |
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The Brownfield Tax Increment Finance Program (BTIF) provides financial incentives to offset project costs for redevelopment projects. This incentive is given as an annual property tax rebate of 80 per cent of the increase of the City's portion of property taxes. It is provided for a period of up to 10 years after the project is completed. Apply for the BTIFPlease complete the Brownfield Tax Increment Finance Program Application and submit it by email or address it to Planning Services and deliver it via the James Street drop box at City Hall located at 50 Church St. Applications can also be submitted via mail to: The City of St. Catharines Planning Services We accept applications at two times per year. Please submit your application before either of these dates:
Application guidelinesView the Brownfield Tax Increment Finance Program Guidelines before you apply learn more about the eligibility requirements and complete program details. |
Brownfield Tax Assistance Program |
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The Brownfield Tax Assistance Program (BTA) provides financial incentives to offset the cost of environmental site remediation on previously developed properties that are now underutilized, derelict or vacant. This includes up to 100 per cent rebate on the City portion of property taxes for up to three years. Apply for the BTAPlease complete the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program Application and submit it by email or address it to Planning Services and deliver it via the James Street drop box at City Hall located at 50 Church St. Applications can also be submitted via mail to: The City of St. Catharines Planning Services We will assess all applications on a first-come, first served basis. Application guidelinesView the Brownfield Tax Assistance Program Guidelines for more information about eligibility and complete program details. |
Façade Improvement Program |
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The Façade Improvement Program (FIP) grant is up to 50 per cent of the project costs to a maximum of $10,000 per building façade. Apply for the FIPPlease complete the Façade Improvement Program Application and submit it by email or address it to Planning Services and deliver it via the James Street drop box at City Hall located at 50 Church St. Applications can also be submitted via mail to: The City of St. Catharines Planning Services We will assess all applications on a first-come, first served basis. Application guidelinesView the Façade Improvement Program Guidelines for full details about eligibility requirements, project evaluation and the application process.
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Accessory Dwelling Unit Program |
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The Accessory Dwelling Unit Program (ADU) grant is up to 70 per cent of the project costs to a maximum of $20,000 for the construction of an interior or exterior accessory dwelling unit. Apply for the ADUPlease complete the Accessory Dwelling Unit Program Application and submit it by email or address it to Planning Services and deliver it via the James Street drop box at City Hall located at 50 Church St. Applications can also be submitted via mail to: The City of St. Catharines Planning Services We will assess all applications on a first-come, first served basis Application guidelinesView Part B, Section 4 in the 2020 Community Improvement Plan for full details about eligibility requirements and the application process. Program guidelines coming soon.
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