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​​​Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources

At the Division of Energy, Ho​using and Community Resources (DEHCR), we offer programs that help people with energy costs, housing needs, and community support.​

​Programs​​

Energy Assistance​

The Energy programs (Home Energy Plus / HE+) help eligible households with electric and heating costs, energy-efficiency improvements, and HVAC/water-heater repairs or replacements.

Housing Programs​​

The Housing programs provide funding for homeless and spec​ial-needs services, plus rental assistance, home-purchase assistance, and home rehabilitation.

Community Resources

Community Resources grants support eligible local governments (towns, villages, cities, counties) for public-infrastructure improvements, blight elimination, business development, and disaster-recovery assistance.

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​Additional Resources

Interagency Council on Homelessness was designated under the statutory authority established by the 2017 Wisconsin Act 74 with the goal of preventing and ending homelessness in Wisconsin.

The Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy was established by Executive Order #38 and is responsible for fighting the effects of climate change through programs and policies that support the use of clean energy resources and technology.

For fair housing inquiries or complaints, please contact the Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council. 

For legal help regarding housing or eviction issues, please contact one of the following providers that serves their specific location: Legal Action of Wisconsin (Southern WI), Judicare (Northern WI and statewide for enrolled tribal members), or Eviction Free MKE (Milwaukee County). ​​​

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DEHCR Overview

The Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR) offers a broad range of program assistance and resources to address homelessness and support affordable housing, public infrastructure, household energy needs, and economic development opportunities. The Division partners with local governments and service providers, non-profit agencies, housing authorities, and developers​