Development Program Application

Housing

• Does the project and its prioritized population align with efforts to end chronic homelessness, encampments, and coordinates access priorities in the City of Hamilton?
• What is the cost from the current project status to shovel-ready?
• What is the number of households that will be taken from a city recognized waitlist for tenancies in the new development?
  • And please specify the waitlist impacted.
• What is the current walk score to amenities (schools, grocery stores, bus stops, parks, etc.) for this project?
• How does the percentage of energy reduction compare to the standard baseline, as specified in the National Energy Code?)
• How does the percentage of Greenhouse Gas reduction compare to the standard baseline, as specified in the National Energy Code?

Project

• Does this project comply with the City of Hamilton Official Plan?
  • Do the project documents clearly demonstrate the project’s readiness to advance?
• Does the project comply with all applicable zoning By-law requirements?
  • Do the project documents clearly demonstrate the project’s readiness to advance?
• Does the project documentation verify that the project has final site plan approval (if required)?
• Does the project documentation verify that the building permit is close to ready but has not yet been obtained?
• What stage is the project funding application or request process currently in?
• What is the percentage of AODA-compliant units within the project plan?

General

• Has your organization maintained a solid financial standing for the past three consecutive years?

To qualify for funding, applicatons must meet a minimum benchmark of 75%

Alignment with City Priorities - 20%

• Alignment with the Housing Sustainability & Investment Roadmap (HSIR), the Housing and Homelessness Action Plan (HHAP), and the 2022 – 2026 City Council Priorities.
  • The proposed project aligns with the HSIR and HHAP goals of achieving targets for housing supply, affordability, supports equality and equity for all Hamiltonians and ensures everyone in Hamilton has a home.
  • The proposed project addresses the needs and challenges identified in the community effectively as outlined in the HSIR, HHAP, and the 2022 – 2026 Council Priorities.
• Target Populations
  • The proposed project clearly identifies one or more target populations that it will impact. These target populations include Indigenous, Family, Men, Women, Seniors, and Youth.
  • The proposed project provides a clear plan demonstrating how it will directly impact the target populations.
  • The proposed project clearly identifies the number of households that will be taken from a recognized waitlist for tenancies.

Project Criteria - 35%

• Alignment with the Official Plan of the City of Hamilton and adhere to all relevant By-laws.
• The proposed project plan clearly states what stage the application or request process is in with the Planning Department.
• The proposed project documents clearly demonstrate the project’s readiness to advance through permit approvals.
• The proposed project plan clearly demonstrates a comprehensive and effective effort to improve accessibility measures.

Funding Outline Criteria - 35%

• Budget
  • The proposed project has received Capital funding or a commitment of funding from other orders of Government.
  • The proposed project has received Operating funding or a commitment of funding from other orders of Government.
  • The proposed project has secured funding from other sources.
  • The proposed project has received Municipal support in waived fees or obtained Municipal Grants.
  • The proposed project clearly identifies how much funding is required for the viability of the project.
  • The proposed project clearly identifies a plan to obtain the required funding for the viability of the project.
• Sustainability
  • A detailed Sustainability Plan is presented, including diverse strategies and resources to ensure continued success.
  • The proposed plan provides a clear and comprehensive description of how the project has strong potential to operate and achieve its goals beyond the Municipal funding contribution.

Project Implementation & Management - 10%

• Organizations Capacity
  • The respondent provides a clear and comprehensive explanation of their ability and readiness to carry out and oversee the proposed project.
  • There is a description of the resources, skills, expertise, and infrastructure in place to ensure efficient and effective project execution.
• Feasibility Considerations
  • The application provides a clear and comprehensive explanation of the practical considerations made by the respondent to ensure that the project can be implemented within the specified timeline.
  • The proposed project includes a detailed and clear description of the steps taken or plans made by the respondent to ensure the project’s timely execution according to the proposed plan’s document.