Jan 1, 2025
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The Downtown and Barton/Kenilworth Housing Opportunities Program provides financial assistance through low-interest loans to encourage the development of multiple dwelling units, creating new housing opportunities that support local commercial district populations and increase demand for nearby businesses and services. Eligible activities include: the creation of at least 10 new dwelling units through the development of a multiple dwelling on vacant land, surface parking areas, or the redevelopment of existing buildings; a building addition containing at least 10 new dwelling units; and/or the conversion of existing non-residential space into housing consisting of at least 10 new dwelling units.
Eligibility
Applies to the following Community Improvement Project Areas: Barton Village Commercial District, Downtown Hamilton Commercial District, and the Barton Street East and Kenilworth Avenue North Strategic Commercial Corridors.
Amount
The maximum loan amount is the lesser of $4,000,000 or 25% of the construction budget for the development. For details, please refer to the full program description
How to Apply
Please download and complete the application form. Once completed, email it to ecdevincentives@hamilton.ca.