The South of Downtown Residential Rental Rehabilitation Program offers $15,000 in financial assistance per dwelling unit to owners of affordable residential rental properties in the area bordered by A, J, South 10th and South 17th streets. Upgrades may include energy efficient windows and doors, additional insulation, roofing and foundation repairs, and other structural improvements.
The program is administered by NeighborWorks Lincoln through a contract with the City of Lincoln Urban Development Department. The goals of the program are to improve the quality of existing affordable housing and extend the life of the building, with outcomes of ensuring tenants are provided with decent, safe, and sanitary housing at an affordable rent, and increased energy efficiency. For full program details, refer to the Policies, Procedures and Program Guidelines.
Read Policies and Procedures(PDF, 174KB)
In previous years, the city opened a pre-application period for 30 days at the start of the year. In 2025 we will also have a similar 30 day period where online applications are accepted followed by selection of rental units for funding. However, the application page will remain open year round, until funding is expended, accepting applications to add to the funding list for the following years selection. To submit an application, please fill out the link below. The 2025 application deadline is June 30th, 2025. Applications submitted following this date will be reviewed in January 2026 for the next funding cycle.
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