Roofing Repair Program

For qualified homeowners in Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square, Silver City, Burnham Park and Layton Park.

If you meet the eligibility requirements download the application below:

Application

Application must be completely filled out and submitted to:

840 NORTH DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DRIVE, SUITE 600, MILWAUKEE, WI, 53203, UNITED STATES (Can be mailed, dropped off, or emailed to applications@rtmilwaukee.org)

If you have any questions please call Verdia at (414) 312-7531

 

This program is funded by:

This program is designed to assist low-income homeowners, in Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square, or VIA (Silver City, Burnham Park, and Layton Park), replacing the roofs over their heads and giving them a safer and more secure place to live.

The neglected condition of roofs is the fastest way to property deterioration. A small leak might not seem like a big deal, until it leaks through ceilings, into walls and through to the foundation. Homeowners who have aging and deteriorating roofs risk losing insurance coverage, and access to other resources

Leaks and other damage not only make homes uncomfortable, but also present serious safety and health hazards, exposing children to harmful contaminants like lead and allergens. Critical roof repairs are costly and can be prohibitive on a fixed income.

The impact this program will make is significant. Not only will it improve the quality of life for low-income homeowners, but it will also revitalize entire neighborhoods.

Eligibility and Requirements

  • Must be a resident of Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square, or VIA (Silver City, Burnham Park, and Layton Park)

  • Must be the homeowner (no apartments, condominiums, rentals, mobile homes)

  • Low-income homeowners can apply for assistance through RM’s intake process. This includes completing an application, verifying income and ownership, and confirming that mortgage, taxes and insurance coverage are up-to-date.

  • Homeowner must have resided in and owned the home for at least 5 years

  • Homeowner must be current on property taxes, or be on a payment plan

  • Home may not be in foreclosure

  • Homeowners property must not be held in trust or life estate

  • Homeowner must not own any other property

  • Household income must fall within low income guidelines based on 50% County Means Income Limits