Grey County., Grey County Housing, Owen Sound

Grey County.

Service: Grey County Housing, Owen Sound - 9th Ave E

Record #: GBA2392

Last Modified: 05 Dec 2024

Last Full Update: 22 Feb 2024

Description

Description (Service)

Provides information regarding available housing in Grey County and available financial assistance to aid in obtaining housing. Available housing lists available on the website or through a weekly email blast.

Administers rent geared to income (RGI) housing - Rental amounts calculated on a scale that is geared to gross household income. Waiting lists are based on date of application. Victims of domestic violence are eligible for special priority status which allows applicants to be granted priority on RGI waiting lists.

Call for a complete list of buildings throughout the county that are administered by Grey County Housing.Participates in a coordinated access system with non-profits in Grey County.

Other programs include:

Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) Program (depends on availability of funds)
Homeownership Program - loans a mortgage down payment to low income renters purchasing a new or resale home
Ontario Renovates - will assist with home repairs, modifications and adaptations. Forgivable loans of up to $15,000 are provided for eligible repairs and secured with a promissory note
Administers Sustainable Housing Benefits (SHB) - offers financial assistance to obtain or retain housing to qualified applicants

Service Details

Hours	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served	Grey County
Eligibility	Ages: 16 year(s) and up Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. Call or visit website for criteria specific to program. 16 year(s) and up
Application	For information on available housing, check website or call for information. To apply for affordable housing, fill out an application form available online.
Languages	English
Fees	None

Address and Location

Located In Community	Owen Sound
Address & Map	Grey County Administration Building; 595 9th Ave E Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 3E3
Intersection	6th St and 9th Ave E
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	519-376-5744
Toll Free Phone	1-800-567-4739
After Hours Phone	Emergency service after hours, call main number,, will hear prompt for emergency service
Fax	519-376-0445
E-Mail	housing@grey.ca
Website	https://www.grey.ca/resident-services/community-services/housing-programs-and-services
Primary Contact	Josh Gibson, Housing Programs Manager; Email: Josh.Gibson@grey.ca
Alternate Contact	Anne Marie Shaw, Director of Housing; Email: annemarie.shaw@grey.ca
Mailing Address	Grey County Administration Building; 595 9th Ave E Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 3E3