Can I still claim the Home Owners Grant without making payment?
Yes you may still claim the grant now and make payment at a later date. The advantage of claiming the grant now is to lessen the amount outstanding to be penalized. For example, if you owe $1000 and your grant claim is $570, the amount left to pay is $430. If you are unable to pay by the due date, you will only be penalized on the $430. If you do not claim the grant and do not make any payments by the due date, then you will be penalized on the full $1000. • Do I send My Home Owner Grant to the Bank? Grant forms should be sent to City Hall directly. Your bank will send the payment portion separately. You may be charged a 5% penalty on your grant amount if the form is lost at the bank. • I did not apply for the grant in previous years. What can I do? The Provincial Government allows an extension of time in which to claim a grant for the prior year. Retroactive grant application forms are available at the Collections Department. Documentary evidence for proof of residency will be request
