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Bridging Neighborhoods administers the Home Swap and I-75 Environmental Mitigation community benefits programs related to the Gordie Howe International Bridge project and other home repair / improvement programs. You can call to make an appointment during normal business hours an one of our team members will be happy to assist you.

10/26/2026

Only 12 days left to apply to reduce your property taxes through HOPE. Schedule an appointment to apply at https://detroithousingnetwork.org/hope
For more information, go to https://detroitmi.gov/HOPE

10/22/2026

A resolution to amend the 2017 Bridging Neighborhoods resolution will be before the Detroit City Council for a vote at the Detroit City Council's Formal Session to be held Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 11am. The amendment will provide for a home repair program in Delray, provide additional options for the home swap program, and add additional homes to be eligible for the I-75 Environmental Mitigation program.

Two City Council public hearings were held in July and September 2026 as well as three community meetings held in March and April 2026 to develop and review the amendments to the resolution. The resolution language can be found on the City's website at the link below:

A proposed resolution to amend the 2017 Bridging Neighborhoods resolution is expected to be introduced to Detroit City Council for consideration in October 2026. Below is the text of the proposed resolution. UPDATE: The resolution is expected to be considered at the next Neighborhood and Community S...

10/20/2026

Deadline to apply for the property tax exemption is November 6! Help to apply is available Thursday, October 22. See flyer for more info.

🏡 Detroit homeowners, HOPE is here! Learn how the HOPE program can help with back property taxes and explore your options through PAYS.

📅 Join us October 22, from 4–9 PM at Northwest Activities Center. The deadline to apply for HOPE is November 6!

📺 We’re raffling off a flat-screen TV at 6 PM! You must be present to win.

🚗 Need a ride? Call 866-313-2520 to schedule a free Lyft.

🔗 Learn more at Detroitmi.gov!

10/19/2026

UPDATE: The resolution is expected to be before the next Neighborhood and Community Services Committee meeting of the Detroit City Council scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 1pm.

A proposed resolution to amend the 2017 Bridging Neighborhoods resolution is expected to be introduced to Detroit City Council for consideration in October 2026. Below is the text of the proposed resolution. Once the resolution's introduction date to City Council has been confirmed, the date will be...

10/16/2026

A resolution to amend the 2017 Bridging Neighborhoods resolution will come before Detroit City Council in the coming weeks. The date will be posted once confirmed. The amendment will provide for a home repair program in Delray, provide additional options for the home swap program, and add additional homes to be eligible for the I-75 Environmental Mitigation program.

Two City Council public hearings were held in July and September 2026 as well as three community meetings held in March and April 2026 to develop and review the amendments to the resolution. The resolution language can be found on the City's website at the link below:

A proposed resolution to amend the 2017 Bridging Neighborhoods resolution is expected to be introduced to Detroit City Council for consideration in October 2026. Below is the text of the proposed resolution. Once the resolution's introduction date to City Council has been confirmed, the date will be...

10/06/2026

Only one month left to complete your application for the HOPE property tax exemption. Schedule an appointment to apply at https://detroithousingnetwork.org/hope/.
For more information, go to https://detroitmi.gov/HOPE

10/01/2026

Do you know someone in Detroit who needs housing assistance? The Detroit Housing Resource HelpLine is a one-stop source for housing resources. Call 1-866-313-2520

09/30/2026

Reminder - TONIGHT is the Public Hearing at Patton Recreation Center at 6pm. Full text of the notice is in the comments. To attend by Zoom go to: https://Detroitmi.gov/Online-CC-Meeting

09/29/2026

Come to Patton Recreation Center on Wednesday, September 30th at 6pm to comment on adding a home repair program for Delray owner-occupants and updates to the Bridging Neighborhoods resolution. You can also join by Zoom at https://Detroitmi.gov/Online-CC-Meeting
See the full public notice at: https://detroitmi.gov/events/september-2026-bridging-neighborhoods-resolution-public-hearing

09/17/2026

Don't miss your chance to to have your 2026 property taxes removed and have back taxes removed if your household income is under a certain amount. The deadline to apply for HOPE is around the corner - November 6!

This Saturday, September 19th at Patton Recreation Center, 2301 Woodmere at 10am there will be people to assist you in applying for HOPE. Free rides are available by calling 866-313-2520 to schedule a Lyft.

Did you have HOPE in the past? You MUST apply again this year for HOPE to be effective for 2026 taxes.

Address

2 Woodward Avenue , Suite 908
Detroit, MI

Telephone

+13136282231

Website

http://www.bridgingneighborhoods.org/

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