Homeownership Down Payment Assistance

The Homeownership Program offers one-time down payment assistance of up to 5% of the purchase price for eligible first-time home buyers.

Amount

Up to 5% of the purchase price; maximum house price $388,422.

Who is eligible

Renters in Lanark County with a household income less than $91,700.

Must be a first-time home buyer and the home must be located in Lanark County. If you are unsure, please use this map http://www.cgis.com/cpal/?map=Lanark. 

When to apply

Applications are accepted starting April 1st, 2022; the program is ongoing until available funds are depleted.

How to apply

Homeownership Application 2022-2023

Homeownership Information Sheet

Please fill out and send the application and all required documents to:  housingapplications@lanarkcounty.ca. 

Or applications can be dropped off at any of our three offices. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Housing Department at 613-267-4200 ext 2402.