Please use the map viewer below to verify your address is within a Neighborhood Tax Increment District (TID). Search for your address on the top right of the map.
If you are not within a TID boundary, please consider The City of Racine – City of Racine Housing Repair Program (racinehousingloans.com).

More information below the map on this page.

Application Windows

  • TID 23 – February 15-28, 2025
  • TID 28 – March 1-15, 2025
  • TID 27 – April 1-15, 2025
  • TID 22 – May 1-15, 2025
  • TID 31 – June 1-15, 2025

**New in 2025: Applications will only be accepted online, if assistance is needed, please contact (262) 636-9398.**

Neighborhood Tax Increment District (TID) Policies

Application Materials (for homeowner applicants)

  • TID application (Application to be completed by homeowner applicants).
    • The following documents will need to be uploaded:
      • Recent Mortgage Statement or Satisfaction of Mortgage
      • Homeowner’s Insurance Declaration Page
      • Proof of Occupancy (current utility bill – gas, electric, phone, or internet bill)
      • Copy of a valid State of Wisconsin Driver’s License or State ID
  • TID Payment Authorization Form

Process to Apply

  1. City staff will review for completeness.
  2. You will receive an email notification to schedule an appointment with City Staff for an in-home inspection.
  3. City staff will enter your property and complete a project inspection report (you will need to be present).
  4. You will receive an email notification to submit the estimate from the contractor who will perform the work for you.
    • Your selected contractor(s) are required to obtain all necessary permits/approvals for the work.
    • Further, all contractors must be licensed by the State of Wisconsin, bonded and insured, and in good standing with the City.
  5. City staff will draft the contract between you and your contractor and notify you when it is ready for signatures.
  6. Once all signatures have been obtained, City Staff will email a copy to all parties and authorized work may begin.
    • Any work or money spent before this is not eligible for the Program.
  7. Upon completion of the approved project, the following documents must be submitted to City Staff:
    • Payment Authorization Form
    • Invoice
    • Final Lien Waiver
    • All Required Permits and Final Inspections, if required.
  8. City disperses funds directly to the contractor as defined by signed contract.

For Contractors

Contractors selected by homeowners must complete the online form here to submit the following:

  • W-9
  • Declaration page from Contractor’s insurance
  • State of WI Dwelling Contractor registration cards (DC & DCQ)

More information for Contractors

Ayuda en español disponible llamando al 262-636-9398.

Not finding what you’re looking for? Please email CDA.applications@cityofracine.org.