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Owners of properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act as having historical and/or architectural significance are eligible to receive grants toward the conservation and restoration of the heritage features of their properties. The Heritage Committee hopes that these grants will address and satisfy some of the needs of the owners of designated properties in Loyalist Township, who are custodians of part of the Township’s rich heritage.

Designated Property Grants are intended to help offset the extra costs associated with the now scarce materials and skills required for the preservation of heritage properties. Through the program, an owner may receive one grant per calendar year for work done on the heritage elements of the designated property.

The maximum grant is $3,000, and any amount granted must be matched by the property owner. Any grants will be within the overall budget allocated by the Township.

In general, to be considered eligible for a grant, a project must be directed toward the conservation and/or restoration of those elements of the property cited in the Reasons for Designation, which form part of the designation by-law for the property. Some examples of the type of projects which may be eligible include the restoration of an original porch, the conservation of period window trim, and the restoration of other decorative trim such as finials and bargeboards. The acceptability of each proposal will be determined by Council on the advice of the Loyalist Township Heritage Committee.

The Designated Property Grant is administered by your municipality. Loyalist Township's Development Services Division will be able to advise you of the status of the Designated Property Grant program.

For more information and to apply:

  • Loyalist Township Designated Property Grant Guidelines 
  • Loyalist Township Policy on Masonry Renovations for Heritage Buildings
  • Loyalist Township Policy on Window Renovations for Heritage Buildings
  • Heritage Grant Application

Heritage permits

Under the Ontario Heritage Act, owners of property with a Part IV (individual property) or Part V (Heritage Conservation District) designation are required to obtain an approved Heritage Permit for any alteration or demolition to a designated property. This is to ensure that the proposed changes will not negatively affect the property's heritage attributes. The Township’s Heritage Staff and the Heritage Committee will review the Heritage Permit application to determine if or how the proposed changes will impact the property’s heritage attributes.

If the property is a listed (a non-designated) heritage property, you are encouraged to discuss any alterations with the Loyalist Township Heritage Committee and the Township’s Heritage Staff, but a Heritage Permit is not required. The only requirement for listed properties is for the owner to notify the Council of the municipality at least 60 days in writing of their intention to demolish or remove the structure. This is to allow time for the municipality to decide whether to begin the Designation process.

It is strongly encouraged that property owners pre-consult with Heritage Committee and Heritage Staff to discuss the alteration plans prior to submitting the Heritage Permit application. Present any plans, photographs, or sketches to staff for comment.

Any heritage properties with an easement agreement with the Ontario Heritage Trust (OHT) must get the approval of the OHT before submitting a Heritage Permit Application.

Heritage Permit Applications

After submitting a completed Heritage Permit Application Form, that includes all necessary plans, photos and supporting information, Heritage Staff will contact the property owner to give them the date and time of the next scheduled Heritage Committee meeting.

Please ensure your Heritage Permit Applications contains the following minimum requirements:

  1. The name, address, telephone number and, if applicable, the email address of the applicant.

  2. The name of the municipality from which consent is being requested.

  3. A description of the property that is the subject of the application, including such information as the concession and lot numbers, reference plan and part numbers, and street names and numbers.

  4. Photographs that depict the existing buildings, structures and heritage attributes that are affected by the application and their condition and context.

  5. A site plan or sketch that illustrates the location of the proposed alteration, demolition or removal.

  6. Drawings and written specifications of the proposed alteration, demolition or removal.

  7. The reasons for the proposed alteration, demolition or removal and the potential impacts to the heritage attributes of the property.

  8. All technical cultural heritage studies that are relevant to the proposed alteration, demolition or removal.

  9. An affidavit or a sworn declaration by the applicant certifying that the information required under this section and provided by the applicant is accurate.

Failure to provide a complete application, which will meet the Building Department standards for issuance of a building permit, or to be available at the meeting to answer questions, may result in deferral of the Heritage Permit by the Heritage Committee.

After a decision on the Heritage Permit Application has been made by the Heritage Committee, their recommendation will be submitted to Council for a final decision.

An approved Heritage Permit is required and must be included with the application form for the Designated Property Grant.

To find out whether you require a Heritage Permit for your project, please contact the Planning Assistant.

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