Heritage Collingwood
The Town of Collingwood was the first municipality in Canada to have a Heritage Conservation District included on the prestigious list of Canada’s Historic Places. Click here to view a map of the Heritage District as well as some of the individual properties which are designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. The Collingwood Downtown Heritage Conservation District Plan, 2008 provides the material and design guidance for the Heritage District.
The Town of Collingwood is very proud of its District and designated properties. The Heritage Collingwood website has valuable insight into the creation of the district and its properties.
To preserve properties designated under Part IV (individual property) or V (Heritage District) of the Ontario Heritage Act, do not make any exterior alterations, including painting or window replacements, to these properties without first obtaining a Heritage Permit from the Town of Collingwood. To discuss the proposed alterations and how to apply for a permit, please email planning@collingwood.ca. If you have a designated property or believe you have a designated heritage property and are unaware of the process to make alterations to the design, which includes but is not limited to windows, doors, painting, fences, or any feature upon the property, contact the Planning Department. Also, be advised that adjoining buildings are also impacted by the Heritage District and Designated Buildings, so be sure to contact us prior to making any alternations.
The Heritage Committee is appointed by Council to advise on matters relating to the Heritage District and Designated buildings. The committee meets monthly to discuss and review any heritage matters. They will, with staff, discuss any pending permits and alterations as well as other heritage matters. More information about the Heritage Committee is available here.
To discuss permits or other matters relating to heritage properties please email planning@collingwood.ca
Events related to Built Heritage that may be of interest can be reviewed here.
Below are links of interest including Incentives for Property Owners, Heritage Permits, Grant Guidelines, and the Heritage Tax Refund.
The CityView Public Portal, upon registration, allows users to upload heritage permits, grant applications, and tax refunds. It enables the user to add pdf forms and pictures to their proposal.
- NEW! Subscribe to Heritage Collingwood e-Newsletter
- Upcoming and Past Presentations
- Past Heritage Newsletters
- Past recorded Council meetings
- Past CHC Heritage Week Presentation
- Past Architectural Conservatory of Ontario Presentation
- Heritage Conservation Districts in Ontario
- Architectural Conservancy
Justin Teakle, Community Planner (Heritage)
Town of Collingwood, Municipal Offices
705-445-1290 Ext. 3270
planning@collingwood.ca
Property owners within the Town of Collingwood Downtown Heritage Conservation District or of a property designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act may be eligible to apply for a municipal tax refund. The tax relief program only applies to significant heritage buildings as listed on Schedule “B” of the By-law 2010-020.
- By-law 2010-020
- Schedule 'A' - Heritage Refund Program Guidelines
- Schedule 'B' - List of Significant & Non-significant Heritage Buildings (PDF)
- Sample Heritage Preservation and Maintenance Agreement (PDF)
For further information you can also visit www.heritagecollingwood.com.
Please note that applications are accepted from January 1 to March 15 each year. This program is dependent on annual budget approval.
Register, Accept, and Apply for our Registered 24/7 Portal Service to provide all documents
- The registered CityView Public Portal, upon registration, allows users to upload heritage permits, grant applications, and tax refunds. It enables the user to download pdf forms and pictures to their proposal. This feature keeps all your information data in one secure place accessible.
For signage within the district
For changes and painting of a heritage building and adjoining property
Application for Heritage Grant
Application for Heritage Tax Refund or Program
- Heritage Grant Program, and fillable application form. Eligibility criteria and the application process are outlined in the Collingwood Heritage Committee Grant Guidelines, available at www.heritagecollingwood.com.
- Heritage Property Tax Refund, and fillable application form.
The Council approved Heritage Colour Palette for designated heritage properties is
Benjamin Moore Historical Colours, or similar palettes such as
Sherwin Williams Historic Paint Colours.
Black and white from any palette are also permitted as are the following Benjamin Moore (or similar) reds from the Classic Collection:
- Rapture (CC-66)
- Lyons Red (CC-68)
- Bonaparte (CC-64)
Benjamin Moore Heritage Red (PM-18), or similar, is also permitted for signage only.
Note that even if you are using an approved heritage colour, you may still require a Heritage Permit to be issued prior to painting or installing signage.
Have questions? Email us at planning@collingwood.ca
A Heritage Event was held for The Preservation of Wood Windows, with guest speaker, Davide Wylie on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.