Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

This will help to increase the number and quality of dwelling units available for workers and residents of the Township.

Tools available: 

• • Fee Rebate
  • Construction Grant
    • Grant for up to 25% of eligible costs to a maximum of $40,000 per property. The minimum grant amount to be awarded under this incentive program is $20,000.
  • Tax Increment Grant
    • Tax increment grant valuing between $150,000 and $900,000, payable over a period of 5 years.

This will encourage the development of additional day-use docking and/or boat slips for operators of pleasure craft and boat taxis travelling to the Community Improvement Plan area.

Tools available:

• • Fee Rebate
  • Construction Grant
    • Grant for up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 per property. The minimum grant amount to be awarded under this incentive program is $2,000.

This will support upgrades and investment in structural and mechanical components of commercial properties to enhance business viability, building integrity, and year-round use.

Tools available:

• • Fee Rebate
  • Construction Grant
    • Grant for up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $25,000 per property. The minimum grant amount to be awarded under this incentive program is $10,000.

This encourages building owners to improve accessibility for persons with disabilities and to enhance the exterior façade of their building.

Tools available:

• • Fee Rebate
  • Construction Grant
    • Grant for up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $25,000 per property. The minimum grant amount to be awarded under this incentive program is $5,000.

This helps to improve the landscape between commercial business properties and public properties, highlighting environmental sustainability, natural beauty, and local culture.

Tools available:

• • Construction Grant
    • Grant for up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 per property. The minimum grant amount to be awarded under this incentive program is $1,000.