*For additional clarity, modular housing is typically considered a faster construction option than conventional, new construction methods. Self-contained permanent housing units are prefabricated in a factory and then transported to the site and assembled. This option may also require the on-site construction of such things as, for example, common space, elevators, laundry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, sewage, etc. Supportive housing services may also be provided in modular housing.
3.5.2 Project Submission Process
Service Managers will solicit proposals and select projects through appropriate procurement processes to recommend to MMAH for funding approval within their allocations.
Recommended projects shall:
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Be approved by council and/or board;
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Be able to sign a Contribution Agreement along with an Agreement of Purchase and Sale (acquisition projects) or registration of mortgage security or an alternate form of security (modular housing projects) no later than January 31, 2021;
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In the case of acquisition projects, have a closing date on or before March 31, 2021;
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Commence construction, acquisition, rehabilitation and/or conversion within ninety (90) days of the date of commitment;
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Be completed by December 31, 2021;
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Meet the current Ontario Building Code, public health, and other applicable requirements;
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Include information on how the on-going operating financial requirements for the project will be met; and
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Address local housing/homelessness needs.
All projects must be submitted through the TPON system along with additional project background information such as information contained in Council/board reports. Service Managers should demonstrate a plan on how the on-going operating financial requirements for the project will be met (e.g., alternate sources of funding).
3.5.3 Project Approval Process
Project approval will be based on alignment with the approved business case, consideration of the information submitted to MMAH and the ability to meet the program’s eligibility criteria.
Once approved, a project will receive a Conditional Letter of Commitment from MMAH, which confirms MMAH approval and outlines the steps to take prior to signing a Contribution Agreement.