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The Township of West Lincoln is excited to announce the project initiation of its new Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP). This project will identify local housing needs and explore a range of financial and non-financial tools to encourage the development of affordable and attainable housing across the Township. Through public consultation and collaboration with community partners, the CIP will provide a clear framework for supporting diverse housing options that meet the needs of residents today and into the future.
Timeline
The Affordable Housing CIP is being undertaken in 3 stages - CIP Background Review and Analysis, Engagement and Draft Housing CIP Document, and Final CIP and By-laws - with the anticipated completion to be in March 2026.
Over the course of the project, there will be opportunities for members of the public to share their input and help shape the Township’s Affordable Housing CIP.
Get Involved!
We’re committed to engaging with our community throughout this process. We invite residents, developers, community and not-for-profit organizations, and other interested parties to participate and share their ideas. Your feedback will help shape a CIP that reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.
The online survey below is available from October 23 to November 13. Paper surveys are also available for pick-up at Township Administration, the West Lincoln Community Centre and West Lincoln Public Library - Canborough, Smithville and Wellandport Branches.
Share your thoughts about how to make housing more affordable and accessible for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Community Improvement Plan (CIP)? |
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A CIP is a land use planning tool that allows municipalities like ours to provide financial incentives (grants and loans) and non-financial incentives to private landowners to encourage revitalization and development to achieve locally defined goals, like the provision of housing. The use of this tool is permitted by Section 28 of the Ontario Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. |
What is the Purpose of the CIP? |
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The Affordable Housing CIP will establish financial and non-financial incentive programs to attract landowners, developers, non-profits, and community organizations to help diversify housing options in the Township of West Lincoln. The CIP will serve as a toolkit to encourage the timely development of housing typologies, including “missing middle” housing and gentle infill in established neighbourhoods. The CIP study will explore and recommend the most effective strategies, programs, and tools to achieve this, ensuring alignment with the Township’s Official Plan. The study will incorporate best practices, market trends, and emerging guidance from the Province. |
Contact
If you have a question that has not been addressed in the FAQ above, please send it to staff by email.
The Township has retained Nethery Planning to facilitate this project.
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