So, What Exactly Is the Community Development Block Grant Program?

The Community Development Block Grant program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

In Wisconsin, CDBG housing rehabilitation programs help eligible low- to moderate-income households improve housing conditions, address health and safety concerns, and preserve existing homes.

Funding is administered through designated local governments and regional housing programs rather than being distributed directly to homeowners by HUD.

How Is CDBG Assistance Administered in Wisconsin?

CDBG housing rehabilitation assistance is not administered identically in every Wisconsin county.

Wisconsin uses regional housing programs to serve many communities, while certain cities receive CDBG funding directly from HUD and administer their own programs.

For example:

City of Wausau

The City of Wausau is a HUD-designated entitlement community that receives CDBG funding directly from HUD.

Its homeowner rehabilitation program provides low-interest loans to eligible homeowners for necessary improvements to properties located within Wausau city limits.

The City's CDBG housing rehabilitation funds cannot be used for properties elsewhere in Marathon County.

Learn more: City of Wausau Housing Rehabilitation Program

Marathon County Outside Wausau and Other Central Wisconsin Communities

Eligible homeowners in Marathon County outside Wausau may be served by the Central CDBG Housing Region, administered through the Juneau County Housing Authority.

The Central Housing Region includes:

Adams, Green Lake, Juneau, Marathon, Marquette, Portage, Waupaca, Waushara, and Wood counties, excluding communities served by separate entitlement programs.

The regional program provides zero-interest housing rehabilitation loans to qualifying homeowners, subject to program guidelines and available funding.

Learn more: Juneau County Housing Authority CDBG Program

Other Wisconsin Communities

Homeowners outside the Central Housing Region should contact their local municipality or appropriate regional housing program administrator.

Program boundaries, eligibility requirements, available assistance, and repayment terms may differ.

How Do Homeowners Apply?

If you're considering housing rehabilitation assistance, the best first step is to contact the agency administering the program in your area.

The general process may include:

1. Identify your local program. Confirm which housing rehabilitation agency serves your property.
2. Review eligibility requirements. Ask about income limits, ownership requirements, funding availability, and loan terms.
3. Submit an application. Provide the requested financial and property documentation.
4. Complete the review process. The administering agency determines eligibility and evaluates proposed repairs.
5. Obtain required project approvals. Follow the program's contractor selection, inspection, bidding, and authorization procedures before beginning work.

Do not assume that repairs completed before program approval will qualify for reimbursement.

How Badgerland Restoration & Remodeling Can Help

At Badgerland Restoration & Remodeling, we understand how important it is to maintain a safe, comfortable, and structurally sound home.

Our team provides professional roofing, siding, window replacement, exterior restoration, and other home improvement services throughout Central and Northeast Wisconsin.

If you are approved for housing rehabilitation assistance and your project requires a qualified contractor, we would be happy to discuss the proposed work and determine whether our services are a good fit for your needs.

Please note: Badgerland Restoration & Remodeling does not administer CDBG funding, determine eligibility, approve applications, or guarantee financial assistance. Homeowners must work directly with the appropriate housing program administrator regarding funding and program requirements.

Explore Your Home Repair Options

Necessary home repairs shouldn't be ignored simply because the costs feel overwhelming.

If your home needs significant repairs, exploring available housing rehabilitation programs may be a worthwhile first step.

Contact your local housing program administrator to learn whether assistance is available in your community.

Ready to Make Those Home Repairs? Let's Talk!

Whether your home needs a new roof, updated siding, replacement windows, or other essential improvements, Badgerland Restoration & Remodeling is here to help.

If you're exploring financial assistance through a CDBG housing rehabilitation program, we encourage you to contact your local program administrator first to learn about eligibility, available funding, and approval requirements.

Once you're ready to discuss your home improvement project, our team can evaluate your repair needs, provide an estimate, and help you plan the next steps.