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Neighborhood Improvement Project (NIP)
The City of Milwaukee's Neighborhood Improvement Project (NIP) assists eligible owner occupants in
repairing their homes. All repairs are based upon municipal building code violations, lead hazard reduction,
and health and safety concerns. NIP is not a remodeling program. The repairs are authorized by the
Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) and funded by the Community Development Grants
Administration (CDGA).
For more information on guidelines and income limits visit the City of Milwaukee's NIP website by clicking
here or click on the links for either south side site below. For homeowners on the south side you can
contact the Milwaukee Christian Center or the Social Development Commission for more information or to
apply.
Milwaukee Christian Center
1223 South 23rd Street
414-643-7704
Social Development Commission (SDC)
2701 S. Chase Avenue
(414) 643-8444
The City of Milwaukee's Neighborhood Improvement Project (NIP) assists eligible owner occupants in
repairing their homes. All repairs are based upon municipal building code violations, lead hazard reduction,
and health and safety concerns. NIP is not a remodeling program. The repairs are authorized by the
Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) and funded by the Community Development Grants
Administration (CDGA).
For more information on guidelines and income limits visit the City of Milwaukee's NIP website by clicking
here or click on the links for either south side site below. For homeowners on the south side you can
contact the Milwaukee Christian Center or the Social Development Commission for more information or to
apply.
Milwaukee Christian Center
1223 South 23rd Street
414-643-7704
Social Development Commission (SDC)
2701 S. Chase Avenue
(414) 643-8444
Target Investment Neighborhood Program (TIN)
The Targeted Investment Neighborhood (TIN) initiative is designed to sustain and increase
owner-occupancy, provide high quality affordable rental housing, strengthen property values, and improve
the physical appearance and quality of life of neighborhoods. TINs focus resources for three years on a
small area, and offer forgivable loans up to $10,000 for owner occupants and up to $14,999 per unit for
rental properties.
Within the LBWN neighborhoods we have the Greenfield Station TIN. The boundaries of the Greenfield
Station TIN are Layton Boulevard (27th Street) on the east, 35th Street on the west, Scott Street on the
north, and Mitchell Street on the south. Residents who live within those boundaries can take advantage of
the three different TIN programs listed below. Now is the time to apply as we have already entered the
second year of this three-year program. For more information on these programs and applications
please visit the City of Milwaukee's TIN website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at LBWN
at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Home Rehabilitation Loan Program
The Home Rehabilitation-TIN Loan Program offers forgivable, low-interest, and deferred payment rehab
loans to income-qualified owner-occupants in a TIN. Interest rates and terms are tied to income and family
size. Homeowners are eligible for a $10,000 forgivable loan provided it is matched at least 1 for 1 with a
payback or deferred payment loan.
Priorities of the program include exterior code-related repairs such as roofing, siding, and porch repairs;
lead paint abatement including replacement windows; energy conservation; and plumbing, electrical, and
heating repairs. After the work is completed, homeowners are expected to keep their property code
compliant. (contact info above)
Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program
The rental rehab program offers eligible investor owners forgivable loans of up to $14,999 per unit for the
rehabilitation of residential rental units in TIN neighborhoods. Improvements eligible in this program are
similar to the home rehab program outlined above. Generally units must have at least two bedrooms to
qualify. The property must meet building code requirements upon completion of the rehab. In addition, the
property must pass periodic re-inspections over a 5-year period. (contact info above)
The Targeted Investment Neighborhood (TIN) initiative is designed to sustain and increase
owner-occupancy, provide high quality affordable rental housing, strengthen property values, and improve
the physical appearance and quality of life of neighborhoods. TINs focus resources for three years on a
small area, and offer forgivable loans up to $10,000 for owner occupants and up to $14,999 per unit for
rental properties.
Within the LBWN neighborhoods we have the Greenfield Station TIN. The boundaries of the Greenfield
Station TIN are Layton Boulevard (27th Street) on the east, 35th Street on the west, Scott Street on the
north, and Mitchell Street on the south. Residents who live within those boundaries can take advantage of
the three different TIN programs listed below. Now is the time to apply as we have already entered the
second year of this three-year program. For more information on these programs and applications
please visit the City of Milwaukee's TIN website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at LBWN
at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Home Rehabilitation Loan Program
The Home Rehabilitation-TIN Loan Program offers forgivable, low-interest, and deferred payment rehab
loans to income-qualified owner-occupants in a TIN. Interest rates and terms are tied to income and family
size. Homeowners are eligible for a $10,000 forgivable loan provided it is matched at least 1 for 1 with a
payback or deferred payment loan.
Priorities of the program include exterior code-related repairs such as roofing, siding, and porch repairs;
lead paint abatement including replacement windows; energy conservation; and plumbing, electrical, and
heating repairs. After the work is completed, homeowners are expected to keep their property code
compliant. (contact info above)
Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program
The rental rehab program offers eligible investor owners forgivable loans of up to $14,999 per unit for the
rehabilitation of residential rental units in TIN neighborhoods. Improvements eligible in this program are
similar to the home rehab program outlined above. Generally units must have at least two bedrooms to
qualify. The property must meet building code requirements upon completion of the rehab. In addition, the
property must pass periodic re-inspections over a 5-year period. (contact info above)
Primary Prevention Program (Window Replacement)
The Primary Prevention Program provides money to abate lead based paint hazards in windows for eligible
property owners. UP to $190 per window is available to replace windows. Eligible properties must reside
within the target area (most of the LBWN neighborhoods lie within this area), have children who are less
than 3 years of age, and qualify as low income.
For more information, additional guidelines, or to download an application please visit the City of Milwaukee
Health Department's website by clicking here and scrolling down to Primary Prevention. You can also
contact Richard Gaeta at the health department at 414-286-5788.
The Primary Prevention Program provides money to abate lead based paint hazards in windows for eligible
property owners. UP to $190 per window is available to replace windows. Eligible properties must reside
within the target area (most of the LBWN neighborhoods lie within this area), have children who are less
than 3 years of age, and qualify as low income.
For more information, additional guidelines, or to download an application please visit the City of Milwaukee
Health Department's website by clicking here and scrolling down to Primary Prevention. You can also
contact Richard Gaeta at the health department at 414-286-5788.
We Energies Multi-family, Small Business, and Nonprofit Program
Owners of 2 to 8 unit multi-family buildings (this includes duplexes) and some small businesses can receive
a free energy assessment of their buildings. Some benefits of the program are free air sealing service, free
programmable thermostats, free energy-efficient products, and cash incentives for a number of common
improvements. You are allowed to use the contractor of your choice for any improvements made through
this program.
For more information call 877-598-4376, visit the program web site by clicking here, or click here for a flyer
with more program information.
Owners of 2 to 8 unit multi-family buildings (this includes duplexes) and some small businesses can receive
a free energy assessment of their buildings. Some benefits of the program are free air sealing service, free
programmable thermostats, free energy-efficient products, and cash incentives for a number of common
improvements. You are allowed to use the contractor of your choice for any improvements made through
this program.
For more information call 877-598-4376, visit the program web site by clicking here, or click here for a flyer
with more program information.
Focus on Energy
Focus on Energy works with eligible Wisconsin residents and businesses to install cost effective energy
efficiency and renewable energy projects. Focus information, resources and financial incentives help to
implement projects that otherwise would not be completed, or to complete projects sooner than scheduled.
Its efforts help Wisconsin residents and businesses manage rising energy costs, promote in-state economic
development, protect our environment and control the state's growing demand for electricity and natural
gas.
Focus on Energy has a number of programs aimed towards residential properties. For a list of programs
and incentives visit the Focus on Energy site by clicking here and clicking on the residential tab. You can
also call the Home Energy Plus Information Center at 866-432-8947.
Focus on Energy works with eligible Wisconsin residents and businesses to install cost effective energy
efficiency and renewable energy projects. Focus information, resources and financial incentives help to
implement projects that otherwise would not be completed, or to complete projects sooner than scheduled.
Its efforts help Wisconsin residents and businesses manage rising energy costs, promote in-state economic
development, protect our environment and control the state's growing demand for electricity and natural
gas.
Focus on Energy has a number of programs aimed towards residential properties. For a list of programs
and incentives visit the Focus on Energy site by clicking here and clicking on the residential tab. You can
also call the Home Energy Plus Information Center at 866-432-8947.
Energy Assistance (SDC Program)
Energy assistance provides low-income residents with financial benefits for fuel costs, emergency furnace
repair and replacement, and restoration of utility services. These services include:
It is intended to help pay a portion of heating costs and is not intended to pay the total annual heating cost.
The amount of heating assistance benefit varies according to household size, income level, and household
heating costs.
To set up an appointment call the Energy Assistance Program Hotline at 414-906-2800, visit the program's
website by clicking here, or click here for a program flyer.
Energy assistance provides low-income residents with financial benefits for fuel costs, emergency furnace
repair and replacement, and restoration of utility services. These services include:
- Regular energy assistance to help with your annual home energy costs.
- Crisis assistance includes: retention of utility services, reconnections, oil deliveries and furnace
repair or replacement. (Note: furnace repair or replacement is only available when home is owner
occupied). It is offered when funds are available. - Referrals for other heating related services.
It is intended to help pay a portion of heating costs and is not intended to pay the total annual heating cost.
The amount of heating assistance benefit varies according to household size, income level, and household
heating costs.
To set up an appointment call the Energy Assistance Program Hotline at 414-906-2800, visit the program's
website by clicking here, or click here for a program flyer.
Weatherization Program (SDC Program)
The SDC Weatherization Program includes a number of energy efficiency upgrades. These upgrades will
help reduce your home heating bills, save energy, and make your home warmer in the winter and cooler in
the summer. Eligible homes will receive these services at no cost to the tenants or owners.
To be eligible for the Weatherization Program you must apply for the Energy Assistance Program (see
above). For more information contact SDC's Weatherization Program at 414-344-9010 or click here for the
program's web site.
The SDC Weatherization Program includes a number of energy efficiency upgrades. These upgrades will
help reduce your home heating bills, save energy, and make your home warmer in the winter and cooler in
the summer. Eligible homes will receive these services at no cost to the tenants or owners.
To be eligible for the Weatherization Program you must apply for the Energy Assistance Program (see
above). For more information contact SDC's Weatherization Program at 414-344-9010 or click here for the
program's web site.
Community Warehouse
Community Warehouse is a non-profit, faith-based provider set up to serve people in the Milwaukee
community with affordable home and facility improvement materials. Our goal is to partner with foundations,
non-profits, individuals, builders, contractors, manufacturers and retailers to provide the resources that are
needed for rebuilding Milwaukee’s under-resourced communities and as a result, significantly improve the
quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Community Warehouse has home improvement materials such as doors, windows, flooring, cabinets, and
much more at a discount of up to 75%. An annual membership of $25 is needed for individual residents.
Mention LBWN when signing up for a membership and you will receive $10 off the membership
price.
For more information visit their website by clicking here, give them a call at 414-383-7792, or stop by the
Community Warehouse at 521 South 9th Street (9th & Bruce, under the high rise bridge).
Community Warehouse is a non-profit, faith-based provider set up to serve people in the Milwaukee
community with affordable home and facility improvement materials. Our goal is to partner with foundations,
non-profits, individuals, builders, contractors, manufacturers and retailers to provide the resources that are
needed for rebuilding Milwaukee’s under-resourced communities and as a result, significantly improve the
quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Community Warehouse has home improvement materials such as doors, windows, flooring, cabinets, and
much more at a discount of up to 75%. An annual membership of $25 is needed for individual residents.
Mention LBWN when signing up for a membership and you will receive $10 off the membership
price.
For more information visit their website by clicking here, give them a call at 414-383-7792, or stop by the
Community Warehouse at 521 South 9th Street (9th & Bruce, under the high rise bridge).
Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee (RTGM)
Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee’s (RTGM) mission is to provide free, professional-quality home
repairs for low-income homeowners who are senior citizens and/or persons with disabilities who live in
Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. The RTGM vision is to have engaged, independent homeowners
living in safer, stronger, and more stable neighborhoods throughout the Greater Milwaukee area.
RTGM organizes Rebuilding Day on the Saturday before Memorial Day in May. Rebuilding Day is RTGM's
annual event where they complete critical home repair projects for low-income homeowners in need.
Volunteer teams, local sponsors, and community partners work together to complete repairs that will
provide safe and healthy homes for the homeowners they serve. The projects include plumbing, electrical
work, carpentry, flooring, painting, accessibility modifications, improving energy efficiency, and much more.
In addition to Rebuilding Day, RTGM operates year round programs dealing with emergency home repairs,
accessibility modifications, and refers applicants to other housing programs that may benefit them and fulfill
their housing needs.
To apply for Rebuilding Day or any of the year round programs or for more information you can visit their
website by clicking here, call them directly at 414-319-9828, or contact Will at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or
will@lbwn.org.
Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee’s (RTGM) mission is to provide free, professional-quality home
repairs for low-income homeowners who are senior citizens and/or persons with disabilities who live in
Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. The RTGM vision is to have engaged, independent homeowners
living in safer, stronger, and more stable neighborhoods throughout the Greater Milwaukee area.
RTGM organizes Rebuilding Day on the Saturday before Memorial Day in May. Rebuilding Day is RTGM's
annual event where they complete critical home repair projects for low-income homeowners in need.
Volunteer teams, local sponsors, and community partners work together to complete repairs that will
provide safe and healthy homes for the homeowners they serve. The projects include plumbing, electrical
work, carpentry, flooring, painting, accessibility modifications, improving energy efficiency, and much more.
In addition to Rebuilding Day, RTGM operates year round programs dealing with emergency home repairs,
accessibility modifications, and refers applicants to other housing programs that may benefit them and fulfill
their housing needs.
To apply for Rebuilding Day or any of the year round programs or for more information you can visit their
website by clicking here, call them directly at 414-319-9828, or contact Will at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or
will@lbwn.org.
| A Silver City home owner gets a visit from a housing rehab specialist through the city's TIN program. |
Home and Rental Rehabilitation Programs
Don't live within the TIN boundaries? No problem! The City of Milwaukee offers additional home and rental
rehabilitation programs that cover the entire LBWN neighborhood.
Home Rehabilitation Program
The Home Rehabilitation Loan Program offers low-interest and deferred payment rehab loans to
income-qualified owner-occupants. Owner occupants must live within one of the City of Milwaukee's
Community Development Block Grant Areas, which includes all of the LBWN neighborhood. Program
priorities include exterior code-related repairs such as roofing, siding, and porch repairs; lead paint
abatement including replacement windows; energy conservation; and plumbing, electrical, and heating
repairs. Kitchen, bath, and other remodeling are also possible. Technical assistance is provided with the
work and the property must meet building code requirements upon completion of the rehab. For more
information visit the City of Milwaukee's Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation
(NIDC) website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Rental Rehabilitation Program
This program is similar to the TIN Rental Rehab program, but it applies to the entire LBWN neighborhood.
The program provides a $14,999 per unit forgivable loan to responsible investor owners and contains
program priorities and rules similar to the TIN Rental Rehab program. For more information visit the
City of Milwaukee's NIDC website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at LBWN at
414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Don't live within the TIN boundaries? No problem! The City of Milwaukee offers additional home and rental
rehabilitation programs that cover the entire LBWN neighborhood.
Home Rehabilitation Program
The Home Rehabilitation Loan Program offers low-interest and deferred payment rehab loans to
income-qualified owner-occupants. Owner occupants must live within one of the City of Milwaukee's
Community Development Block Grant Areas, which includes all of the LBWN neighborhood. Program
priorities include exterior code-related repairs such as roofing, siding, and porch repairs; lead paint
abatement including replacement windows; energy conservation; and plumbing, electrical, and heating
repairs. Kitchen, bath, and other remodeling are also possible. Technical assistance is provided with the
work and the property must meet building code requirements upon completion of the rehab. For more
information visit the City of Milwaukee's Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation
(NIDC) website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Rental Rehabilitation Program
This program is similar to the TIN Rental Rehab program, but it applies to the entire LBWN neighborhood.
The program provides a $14,999 per unit forgivable loan to responsible investor owners and contains
program priorities and rules similar to the TIN Rental Rehab program. For more information visit the
City of Milwaukee's NIDC website by clicking here or contact Will Sebern at LBWN at
414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org.
Block Stabilization Program (BSP)
If you have at least two vacant, foreclosed houses on your block, the BSP presents the opportunity for
current residents to attract new homeowners by enhancing the appearance of their neighborhood. BSP
offers a matching grant of up to $500 for exterior improvements that are visible from the curb. Visible
improvements on your home may help attract new responsible homeowners to your block.
Eligible improvements include: exterior doors, windows, exterior lighting, landscaping, railings, porch repair,
mailboxes, awnings, sidewalk repair, lead safe exterior painting, shutters, and decorative lights.
For more information click here for a BSP brochure. You may also download a BSP application
by clicking here. Contact Will Sebern at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org with any
questions.
If you have at least two vacant, foreclosed houses on your block, the BSP presents the opportunity for
current residents to attract new homeowners by enhancing the appearance of their neighborhood. BSP
offers a matching grant of up to $500 for exterior improvements that are visible from the curb. Visible
improvements on your home may help attract new responsible homeowners to your block.
Eligible improvements include: exterior doors, windows, exterior lighting, landscaping, railings, porch repair,
mailboxes, awnings, sidewalk repair, lead safe exterior painting, shutters, and decorative lights.
For more information click here for a BSP brochure. You may also download a BSP application
by clicking here. Contact Will Sebern at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or will@lbwn.org with any
questions.
Tool Loan Program (Housing Resources Inc)
Housing Resources Inc (HRI) offers a Tool Loan Program that lends tools to people who own homes in the
City of Milwaukee. For homeowners who are planning do-it-yourself home improvement projects, the Tool
Loan Centers provide a low cost alternative for finding the tools you need. The Tool Loan Centers stock a
wide variety of hand and power tools from screwdrivers, hammers and pipe wrenches to sanders, saws,
ladders, wheel barrows and much more.
Membership is easy, just stop by the Tool Loan Center located at 1407 W Lincoln and sign up. The annual
fee is $25 or $20 for those 62 years and older.
For more information, visit HRI's website by clicking here and then click on "Tool Loan Program" or call them
at (414) 383-7071 (Se habla español).
Housing Resources Inc (HRI) offers a Tool Loan Program that lends tools to people who own homes in the
City of Milwaukee. For homeowners who are planning do-it-yourself home improvement projects, the Tool
Loan Centers provide a low cost alternative for finding the tools you need. The Tool Loan Centers stock a
wide variety of hand and power tools from screwdrivers, hammers and pipe wrenches to sanders, saws,
ladders, wheel barrows and much more.
Membership is easy, just stop by the Tool Loan Center located at 1407 W Lincoln and sign up. The annual
fee is $25 or $20 for those 62 years and older.
For more information, visit HRI's website by clicking here and then click on "Tool Loan Program" or call them
at (414) 383-7071 (Se habla español).
Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)
Me² assists City of Milwaukee homeowners and businesses finance energy efficiency upgrades to their
properties. Me² makes it easy and affordable to make energy saving upgrades such as new windows,
insulation, air sealing, new heating equipment and lighting. With Me², you can pay for your upgrades as you
save on your energy bills, in most cases with no money down. For more information, call 877-399-1203
today to schedule an appointment with an Energy Advocate who will guide you through the process or visit
the Me² website by clicking here.
Me² assists City of Milwaukee homeowners and businesses finance energy efficiency upgrades to their
properties. Me² makes it easy and affordable to make energy saving upgrades such as new windows,
insulation, air sealing, new heating equipment and lighting. With Me², you can pay for your upgrades as you
save on your energy bills, in most cases with no money down. For more information, call 877-399-1203
today to schedule an appointment with an Energy Advocate who will guide you through the process or visit
the Me² website by clicking here.
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
Are you interested in the exciting opportunity of buying an affordable foreclosed home in our
neighborhood? The NSP program provides eligible owner-occupants with forgivable loans ranging from
$20,000 to $30,000 to help pay for the purchase and rehabilitation costs of certain foreclosed homes.
Homes must be part of the NSP Program Area, which currently covers almost the entire LBWN
neighborhood. The NSP also assists responsible investor owners with forgivable loans up to $17,500 per
unit to help pay for rehabilitation costs of foreclosed rental properties.
For more information and for applications, visit the City of Milwaukee's Department of City
Development website by clicking here, or contact Will Sebern at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or
will@lbwn.org.
Are you interested in the exciting opportunity of buying an affordable foreclosed home in our
neighborhood? The NSP program provides eligible owner-occupants with forgivable loans ranging from
$20,000 to $30,000 to help pay for the purchase and rehabilitation costs of certain foreclosed homes.
Homes must be part of the NSP Program Area, which currently covers almost the entire LBWN
neighborhood. The NSP also assists responsible investor owners with forgivable loans up to $17,500 per
unit to help pay for rehabilitation costs of foreclosed rental properties.
For more information and for applications, visit the City of Milwaukee's Department of City
Development website by clicking here, or contact Will Sebern at LBWN at 414-385-5300 or
will@lbwn.org.
2012 Most Improved Home Contest
The Most Improved Home Contest is back for 2012 thanks to the generous support of Tri
City National Bank and The Home Depot. This is your chance to win the $1,000 First Prize
for the Most Improved Home in the neighborhood by making exterior home improvements
that are visible from the front sidewalk. The contest builds on the success of 2011's Most
Improved Porch Contest which leveraged over $24,000 of residents' personal investments
in curb appeal projects.
To apply for this year's contest and for more information, download the Most Improved
Home Contest Application here. Apply today! The first 20 people to complete their projects
will receive a $40 rebate. All projects must be completed by October 1, 2012.
The Most Improved Home Contest is back for 2012 thanks to the generous support of Tri
City National Bank and The Home Depot. This is your chance to win the $1,000 First Prize
for the Most Improved Home in the neighborhood by making exterior home improvements
that are visible from the front sidewalk. The contest builds on the success of 2011's Most
Improved Porch Contest which leveraged over $24,000 of residents' personal investments
in curb appeal projects.
To apply for this year's contest and for more information, download the Most Improved
Home Contest Application here. Apply today! The first 20 people to complete their projects
will receive a $40 rebate. All projects must be completed by October 1, 2012.
