Neighborhood Improvement Project (NIP)

City of Milwaukee / Dept. of Neighborhood Services

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Free professional repairs for income-qualified homeowners in Milwaukee's 18 NSP/CDBG areas. Covers code violations, lead hazard reduction, health and safety work. Forgivable loan forgiven after 5 years. Minimum scope $5,000. One-time use only. Apply through one of six community-based NIP agencies.

Must be in NSP area, below 60% county median income, owned & lived in 5+ years

Key Details

  • Up to $24,500 in professional repairs at no cost
  • Forgivable after 5 years of continued owner-occupancy
  • Covers code violations, lead hazards, health and safety
  • Must be in one of 18 NSP/CDBG neighborhood areas
  • Must have owned and lived in home for 5+ years
  • Income at or below 60% of county median
  • Apply through a NIP community agency, one-time only

How to Apply

Visit Official Program Page Track this program

414-286-2567

Deadline: Apply through a NIP agency, year-round

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