Provides financial assistance to promote the development of multiple dwelling units, creating new housing opportunities.
Jan 1, 2025
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This program supports activities such as developing at least ten new dwelling units on vacant land, surface parking areas, or by redeveloping existing buildings—adding building extensions with at least ten new units and converting non-residential spaces into housing with a minimum of ten new 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.
How to Apply
Please download and complete the application form. Once completed, email it to Rachel Clemens at rachel.clemens@hamilton.ca.