Heritage Collingwood
Heritage Property Information Session - May 29, 2024
Did you know? The Town of Collingwood was the first municipality in Canada to have a Heritage Conservation District included on the prestigious Canadian Register of Historic Places! Collingwood is very proud of its Heritage District and designated properties and thanks heritage property owners for their efforts to maintain and conserve these significant buildings that help make Collingwood the unique and special town it is!
- View the Heritage Property Interactive map to view some of the properties which are designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Explore the Heritage District using the Discover Collingwood App
Are you a Heritage Property Owner or thinking of buying a Heritage Property?
The Collingwood Downtown Heritage Conservation District Plan, 2008 provides the material and design guidance for the Heritage District.
To conserve 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, which includes but is not limited to windows, doors, painting, fences, or any feature upon the property, contact the Planning Department. Please note that adjacent properties are also impacted by the Heritage District and individually designated properties, so be sure to contact us prior to making any alternations.
The Town has a Heritage Committee which is appointed by Council to advise on matters relating to the Heritage District and designated properties. The committee meets monthly to discuss and review any heritage matters. The Committee and staff, discuss any pending permits and alterations as well as other heritage matters.
Contact:
Justin Teakle, Senior Planner (Heritage)
Town of Collingwood, Municipal Offices
705-445-1290 Ext. 3270
planning@collingwood.ca
If you own a property in the Heritage Conservation District or have a Heritage Designation on your property outside of the district, you must apply for a Heritage Permit prior to making any exterior alterations, including painting or window replacements or installing any signage. You must also use the Heritage Approved Colour Palette described below.
Prior to Submitting:
- In the Downtown Heritage Conservation District (Part V property) - please review the design and material policies of the District Plan.
- If you are submitting for signage, please also review the Sign By-law and the Heritage Approved Colour Palette described below. Applications for signage must include colour drawings with full dimensions in metric units. Please also note whether any lighting is proposed for signs (Back-lit signs are prohibited).
- Part IV property (outside the Downtown Heritage Conservation District - please review your individual designation by-law.
All Heritage Permit submissions must include a completed application form authorized by the property owner, and supporting drawings and/or reports required to assess the proposal. If you are unsure what to submit in support of your application, please contact staff.
How to Submit:
Register on the Town's secure CityView Public Portal to upload heritage permit applications, grant applications, and tax refunds 24/7. Use of the Portal enables the user to download required .pdf forms and pictures to their proposal. This feature keeps all your information data in one secure and accessible place.
Heritage Approved Colour Palette
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
As a property owner within the Town of Collingwood Downtown Heritage Conservation District or of a property designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act you may be eligible to apply for a municipal property tax refund of up to 20%. The tax relief program only applies to significant heritage buildings as listed on Schedule “B” of By-law 2010-020.
Application dates: January 1st to March 15th, each year. (pending budget approval)
Heritage Tax Refund Program Guidelines and Application
Register on the Town's secure CityView Public Portal, to upload heritage permit applications, grant applications, and tax refunds 24/7. Use of the Portal enables the user to download required .pdf forms and pictures to their proposal. This feature keeps all your information data in one secure and accessible place.
Designated heritage property owners planning to undertake conservation or restoration projects in 2024 are encouraged to apply for a 2024 Heritage Grant by December 15, 2023. Eligible applications can receive a grant up to 50% of the cost of the works to a maximum grant of $3,000. Applications must be submitted with a quote or estimate.
*Subject to budget availability, heritage grant applications may be considered following the December 15th application deadline
Heritage Grant Guidelines & Application
Register on the Town's secure CityView Public Portal, to upload heritage permit applications, grant applications, and tax refunds 24/7. Use of the Portal enables the user to download required .pdf forms and pictures to their proposal. This feature keeps all your information data in one secure and accessible place.
Information/Resources:
- Subscribe to Heritage Collingwood e-Newsletter
- Upcoming and Past Presentations
- Heritage Conservation Districts in Ontario
- Architectural Conservancy
- Province of Ontario - Municipal Tax Grants for Heritage Properties
- Community Heritage Ontario
- Canada's Historic Places
- Collingwood Historical Society
- Collingwood Museum
- Simcoe County Archives
- Collingwood Public Library Local History and Geneology