Resources and Incentives

Resources and Reports

Economic Development Community Profile

A summary report of key aspects of the Norfolk County economy, including construction activity, labour force, development incentives, location map and information about Norfolk County’s industrial parks and properties. Contact us at 1-800-699-9038 for a hard copy or download The Community Profile Guide in pdf format.

Overview of Tourism in Norfolk County

A report outlining visitor spending patterns, overnight accommodation usage, activity interests, economic impact, and other statistics related to the tourism industry of Norfolk County. Download PDF.

Motorcycle Tourism in Norfolk County

About 11,000 motorcycles were tagged at the June 2008 Friday the 13th event in Port Dover. Those who received a tag had the opportunity to respond to a survey on their activities and spending. This report is an analysis of the data received from motorcycle enthusiasts. Download PDF.

Incentive Programs

Facade Improvement Program

Norfolk County wants to revitalize commercial areas by assisting businesses to improve their facades. Contact us for an application form or download these documents.

PED-03 Facade Improvement Policy
Application for Facade Improvement Program

Tax Increment Program

The purpose of the Rehabilitation Tax increment Based Grant Program is to encourage the remediation, rehabilitation and adaptive re-use of downtown/brownfield properties to help offset the cost of rehabilitating only where that rehabilitation results in an increase in assessment value and property taxes increase on these properties.

More information on the Tax Increment Program

Tourism and Agriculture Directional Signage Program

Norfolk County’s tourism signage program is designed to elevate Norfolk County’s image as a tourist destination, inform road users of Norfolk County’s tourism operations and attractions and provide roadway directions to Norfolk County tourism operations

More information on the Directional Signage Program