Community Improvement Plan
Community Improvement Plan
The Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) was established by Council in 2012 to “provide strategic direction and financial incentive programs that focus on the maintenance, rehabilitation, development and redevelopment of the Uptown Commercial District. The CIP aims to promote cultural cohesion, strengthen main street and stimulate new investment while retaining existing businesses”. The CIP assists to revitalize Uptown Leamington by offering financial incentive grant programs to property and business owners.
2023 Community Improvement Plan Applications
The application window to apply for 2023 CIP grants is now open. The Municipality will be accepting qualifying applications on a first come first served basis as program funding is available under the following CIP programs:
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Building Exterior and Façade Improvement Grant |
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The Building Exterior and Façade Improvement Grant Program provides grants to improve the appearance of the front and/or rear facades. Eligible work includes on-site improvements to provide accessible walkways and permanent landscaping that contributes to the streetscape. The Municipality will provide a grant of 50% of the cost of the works to a maximum of $15,000. |
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Renovation Grant Program |
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The Renovation Grant Program provides financial assistance to upgrade, rehabilitate and redevelop commercial, mixed-use, or residential buildings. These upgrades also improve safety by bringing buildings into compliance with current Ontario Building Code requirements. This program also encourages the conversion of second-floor storage to residential units, and retrofitting for energy efficiency. The Municipality will provide a grant of 25% of the costs of the renovations to a maximum of $15,000 per property. |
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Sidewalk Café Grant Program |
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The Sidewalk Café Grant Program provides property owners and tenants with financial assistance to design and construct a temporary sidewalk in place of on-street public parking spaces to allow for a sidewalk café or patio on the right-of-way to enhance Uptown eating establishments and encourage street-level pedestrian activity. The Municipality will provide a grant of 50% of the costs per establishment for the duration of the approved plan (2012-2024), up to a maximum of $2,000 to assist with fees related to the design of the sidewalk café. |
How to Apply
Before you get started, schedule the required pre-consultation meeting with a member of our Planning Services team by contacting planning@leamington.ca.
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The Applicant must:
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Pre-consultation Contact Planning Services to discuss whether your project is eligible. Collect Quotes A description of the eligible work along with the estimated costs must be attached to your online application. There must be a minimum of two estimates from qualified contractors. Submit Complete Application The online application is available at leamington.ca/CIP. Make sure you fill out all applicable information and upload the necessary paperwork. Application Review Applications will be evaluated and awarded based on the project’s ability to meet the CIP goals, the overall economic impact, and the viability of the proposed project. Agreement If your application is selected by the committee, the Municipality will draft a formal agreement. Complete Work and Conduct Inspections The Municipality will conduct multiple inspections at different stages. Submit Paid Receipts of Work Submit a list of paid invoices or receipts and proof of payments. Receive your funding The Municipality will review the submitted package and issue payment. |
Please note: All projects must be consistent with the goals of the Uptown Commercial District CIP. All funding is subject to availability and meeting necessary eligibility requirements. A review and approval process must be completed before work can begin. No grants are awarded until the projects are satisfactorily completed and proof of payment expenses are verified.
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