This program provides grants to rebate specific Planning and Building application fees, supporting the redevelopment of under-utilized properties.
Jan 1, 2025
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This program provides grants to rebate specific Planning and Building application fees, supporting the redevelopment of under-utilized properties.
Jan 1, 2025
It encourages business and property owners to enhance the maintenance, functionality, viability, accessibility, and aesthetics of existing commercial, mixed-use commercial, multi-residential, or institutional buildings in the project area.
This applies within all Strategic Commercial Districts (including any Business Improvement Area (BIA) located therein).
The maximum grant amount under this program is paid on a matching (50-50) basis for eligible work. For maximum amounts and details, please refer to the full program description.
Please download and complete the application form. Once completed, email it to Carlo Gorni at carlo.gorni@hamilton.ca.
On Dec. 11, 2024, City Council approved permanent changes to the Commercial District Revitalization Grant Program, which provides grants for removing graffiti on commercial and mixed-use properties located within strategic commercial districts and corridors.
Commercial property owners or businesses may submit applications.
Click here to ensure the subject property is located within the outlined corridors. Only properties within the outlined corridors are eligible for a graffiti removal grant.
To apply solely for graffiti removal, fill out this form.