City of Racine
Housing Division
Welcome to the Housing Division!
The Housing DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided. works to improve housing conditions, expand affordable housing opportunities, administer federal housing funds, and support neighborhood revitalization efforts throughout the City of Racine.
What We Do
The Housing DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided. works to improve housing opportunities, strengthen neighborhoods, and support community development throughout the City of Racine. Through the administration of federal housing and community development funds, the DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided. partners with residents, developers, nonprofit organizations, and other City departments to preserve and expand quality housing opportunities for Racine residents.
The Housing DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided. administers programs funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME InvestmentThe action or process of investing money for profit or material result. Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). These resources support affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, public services, homeless assistance, and community development activities throughout the City.
Area of Responsibility
Description
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Supports housing rehabilitation, public facilities and infrastructure improvements, public services, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization activities that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents.
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
Supports the development and preservation of affordable housing through housing development, rehabilitation, homeownership assistance, and tenant-based rental assistance activities.
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
Supports emergency shelter operations, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and related services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Housing Development & Redevelopment
Partners with nonprofit and private developers to create and preserve affordable housing, support redevelopment efforts, and encourage investment in Racine neighborhoods.
Environmental Review & Compliance
Conducts environmental reviews and ensures compliance with federal requirements for HUD-funded projects while protecting environmental and historic resources.
Planning & Reporting
Prepares and administers HUD-required plans and reports, including the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan (AAP), CAPER, and other federal reporting requirements.
Public Documents & Resources
This page serves as the Housing Division’s central repository for public documents and resources, including current Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs), public notices, environmental review information, planning documents, reports, and other materials related to housing, community development, and HUD-funded programs in the City of Racine.
Fair Housing
The City of Racine is committed to affirmatively furthering fair housing and ensuring equal housing opportunity for all residents regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability.
Contact Us
For more information or any questions regarding the Housing DivisionThe act or process of dividing; state of being divided., please call 262-636-9197 or email housing@cityofracine.org.
Staff Member
Position
Veronica Seymour
Housing Manager
Katheryn Knoff
Contracts & Grants Coordinator II
Claire Hackett
Contracts & Grants Coordinator I
Brittany Brown
Compliance Specialist
