In order to facilitate the quick and efficient processing of this application, all questions must be answered, signatures provided and required documentation attached to the application form at the time of consideration. The Georgian College Neighbourhood includes all of the Georgian Drive and Grove Street East Planning Areas and portions of the Alliance, Wellington, and Little Lake Planning Areas. The boundary of the Neighbourhood is generally defined by a reasonable walking distance to the College. This strategy has been implemented to highlight the importance of Georgian College to the City of Barrie, and demonstrate this unique opportunity to encourage safe and accessible student oriented housing while promoting increased density in the northeast end of the City. Financial Incentive Package: Tax Increment Based Grant Application Fees Grant The objectives of the Georgian Neighbourhood CIP are: The primary goal is to increase the availability of medium density residential rental housing for students as an alternative to the predominantly single detached units which are presently available in the nearby area. To identify opportunities for the development of medium and high density housing (for students) in areas near Georgian College. 1 of 8
To encourage/facilitate the development of housing for students in areas near Georgian College. GRANT APPLICATION PROCESS If you are proposing to develop new intensified student housing, and mixed use commercial use with student housing or convert existing buildings or sites within the Community Improvement Project Area, for student housing staff will be happy to assist you in determining eligibility and guide you through the process. The Grant Application should be submitted in advance of the work or application or permit in order to be eligible for the assistance. Funding cannot apply retroactively to projects. If you have any questions about the process, program details or eligibility requirements, please contact Kathy Brislin Senior Policy Planner City of Barrie (705) 739-4220 Ext. 4440. We thank you for your interest, and invite you to complete the attached application form with staff assistance. 2 of 8
APPLICATION FORM SECTION A: APPLICANT INFORMATION Date Application Number (for office use) Name of Applicant: NOTE: If the applicant is other than the registered owner, a Letter of Authorization by the Owner must be completed. Street Name: House Number: Suite/Floor/Apt: City/Municipality: Province: Postal Code: Phone Number: Fax Number: Email address (optional): SECTION B: PROPERTY INFORMATION Municipal Address: Legal Description (Lot and Plan No.): Assessment Roll Number: 4342 Describe Existing Condition of Property: Please check which best describes the property: Vacant Site Vacant Building Partially Vacant Building 3 of 8
Are there any outstanding work orders associated with the property? Yes No Please list any deficiencies on the property: What is the Estimated Age of the Building (if applicable): Is the Building Identified as a Heritage Resource? Yes No Are there any arrears on property taxes? Yes No SECTION C: PROJECT INFORMATION Building Permit Number: Estimated Start Date: Value of Project (from Building permit): Permit Application Date: Estimated Completion Date: Building Permit Fees Paid: Other Fees Paid (please specify): Existing Gross Floor Area (GFA): GFA Proposed to be added: Number of Student Units Proposed: Total Number of Units Proposed: Mixed Use - Proposed Floor Area New Commercial: m 2 Existing Commercial: m 2 Number of Residential Units: % of GFA: Number of Commercial Units: % of GFA: Number of Retail Units: % of GFA: 4 of 8
Description of Improvements (attach drawings if available): Estimated cost of Proposed Improvements: Date and Source of Estimates: Will the proposed improvements include barrier free access? Estimated Property Value after Improvements: SECTION D: APPLICATION DETAILS/TYPE Has the Property been the subject of previous Applications for Incentives or Grants? Yes No If Yes, then please specify: Type: Amount: Status: Type: Amount: Status: 5 of 8
Please select which type of Grant you are applying for: GRANTS Tax Increment Based Grant Planning and Building Permit Fees Grant Go to Section E Go to Section F SECTION E: TAX INCREMENT BASED GRANT NOTE: A Residential Condominium is not eligible for this grant. Assessed Property Value: Date of Assessment: Current Municipal Taxes (municipal portion only): Estimated Municipal Taxes after Improvements: Estimated Property Value after Improvements: SECTION F: PLANNING AND BUILDING PERMIT FEES GRANT TYPE OF APPLICATION Official Zone Amendment Zoning Committee of Adjustment Site Plan Control Building Permit CONTACT PERSON AMOUNT DATE OF PERMIT OR APPLICATION TOTAL DATE APPROVED NOTE: Should an application for a forgivable loan be approved, the City will require the owner s agreement to register a lien for the amount of the forgivable loan. The forgiveness period for forgivable loans for an adaptive re-use loan, is 10 years and for façade loan is 20 years. 6 of 8
OWNER AUTHORIZATION If the applicant is not the owner of the land that is the subject of this application, the written authorization of the Owner(s) that the applicant is authorized to make the application must be completed. CONSENT OF THE OWNER TO THE USE AND DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION I am the owner of the land that is the subject of this application and for purposes of the Municipal Freedom and Information and Protection of Privacy Act, I authorize and consent to the use by or the disclosure to any person or public body of any personal information that is collected under the authority of the Planning Act for the purposes of processing this application. SIGNATURE OF REGISTERED OWNER DATE DATE RECEIVED: REGISTERED OWNER OR APPLICANT SIGNATURES I/WE HEREBY APPLY for a grant under the Georgia College neighbourhood Community. I/WE agree to abide by the conditions of the grant. I/WE HEREBY CERTIFY that the information given herein is true, correct, and complete in every respect and may be verified by the Municipality. SIGNATURE OF REGISTERED OWNER OR APPLICANT DATE SIGNATURE OF REGISTERED OWNER OR APPLICANT DATE DATE RECEIVED: 7 of 8
Please use the following checklist to ensure you have completed the application in full Completed all applicable sections of the application form Provided an overall estimate Attached drawings Attached the Owner authorization letter, if applicable Signatures, consent of owner to the use and disclosure of personal information 8 of 8