There is a wide range of different resource that are available to students, landlords, neighbors, etc. Whether your issue is findind somewhere to eat around campus or your not sure how to file a complaint with the Department of Neighborhood Services, these different handouts can help you. If you need additional assistance with anything not provided contact the Neighborhood Housing Office and we will do our best to assist your individual situation.
Seasonal Alerts:
UW-Milwaukee Area Map
This is a map of the community surrounding the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Restaurant Map
This map will help you find a place to eat in the UWM area.
Commuter Student Handbook
The Commuter Student Handbook is a handbook for students who live off campus and commute to UWM from the surrounding neighborhoods or farther from campus. The handbook has a slew of information about UWM and the resources and programs that are offered to all students through the Univeristy.
Housing Alert: City of Milwaukee Occupancy Ordinance
An explaination of the City of Milwaukee Occupancy Ordinance. The same Occupancy Ordinance is also in effect in the Village of Shorewood.
Where To Start
In order to aid you in your search for housing this handout provides a list of things you might want to consider before you begin your housing search.
Budget Summary
It is important to know how much you can afford before you sign a lease. This budget summary sheet will help you calculate your monthly expenses.
Searching 101
This helpful resource will explain the different things that you are responsible for and what your landlord is responsible for.
Questions to Ask Your Landlord
There are many different questions that you will want to ask your landlord before you sign your lease. Be sure to read this handout to get a good idea of a variety of questions.
Locating Housing Checklist
This is a resource that will help you keep track of what is offered at each of the different rental units that you look at.
Important Phone Numbers
A list of imporant phone numbers, both at the University and in the community.
DNS Complaint Information
A list of the different departments that you will need if filing a complaint with the Department of Neighborhood Services.
A Guide to Parking
Helpful information regarding parking on the Eastside of Milwaukee, including yearly and seasonal restrictions.
Set Up Checklist
You don't want to forget any essentials when you are moving out on your own. This is a helpful list of some things you may forget.
Apartment Life: A Student's Guide
A guide about moving out for the first time.
Don't Rent Trouble Brochure
Things to watch out for when renting, including property or landlord information.
Renter's Insurance Brochure
Renter's insurance is an imporant thing to have incase of any unfortunate or unexpected incidents.
Guide to Throwing a Successful House Party
Tips for throwing a house party in the neighborhoods around UWM.
Background Check Brochure
A quide to keeping your record clean.
City Regulations for Landlords Brochure
A guide of the regulations that landlords must comply with.
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