About this program
The accommodation grants program offers support by reducing rent for organisations and individuals whose activities align with City of Sydney priorities and benefit local communities. Spaces vary in size, location and function.
To apply for these spaces, you must demonstrate that payment of commercial rent would cause financial hardship leading to a reduction or withdrawal of services to priority communities.
Tenancies may be offered through an expression of interest process and are highly competitive.
Opportunities are published on the City of Sydney website when spaces and properties become available.
Funding priorities
The City of Sydney prioritise funding for projects and activities that:
- support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to access affordable spaces
- activate spaces in new ways for the benefit of the community
- support greater public participation in creative, social, economic and environmental programs
- support priority communities.
Other funding priorities may apply for specific properties when they become available.
Support available
Support is available in the form of reduced rental charges for the facilities. Rates vary depending on the space being leased.
Support is available for up to 5 years.
We may require payment of a bond as part of the lease agreement and the tenant may be responsible for utility costs.