To qualify for assistance, the property needs to be owned and occupied by families or individuals eligible by annual income to participate in the CDBG program and who are not able to secure financing from a conventional lending source such as a bank, credit union or other savings institution. Assistance is provided in the form of low or no interest improvement loans that are secured by a mortgage to the City.

The funds provided for the improvement of the property can be used for nearly all types of repair or deferred maintenance. Priority is given to replacement of critical building systems when they are failing or inadequate. These may include the building envelope (roof, windows, siding, doors and insulation), heating, plumbing, and electrical wiring. Other household needs and improvements may also be considered. The program has few restrictions on the use of fixtures and materials other than those that are usual and customary for safe and moderate builder quality remodeling practices.

To apply for funding or to get additional information about HRAP, please contact the City Of Waukesha Planning Department at City Hall Rm. 200, 201 Delafield Street, Waukesha, WI 53188-3690, or call (262) 524-3747 to speak to the Housing Rehabilitation Specialist Tim Whitmore .