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If my landlord isn’t making repairs or returning my phone calls, should/can I refuse to pay rent until the repairs are made?

April 25, 2025City of Milwaukee Information, Evictions, Frequently Asked Questions, Withholding Rent

You can withhold the rent from your landlord, but you have to do it legally and through the City of Milwaukee. Contact Law for Learners to find out more about this process and to get legal advice. You can also… Read More

Are off-campus housing and apartments inspected or approved by UWM?

April 25, 2025City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Good Neighbor Program, Ordinances

No. All units listed on the UWM Off-Campus Resource Center’s website are private landlords and property management companies. However, the OCRC does operate a Good Neighbor program that awards badges to landlords and rental companies that meet several criteria including:… Read More

Milwaukee Area Maps

April 6, 2025City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students

Milwaukee in Photos Check out some views of the area ready for your exploring! Restaurant Map There are many great restaurants in the UWM area with food options ranging from burgers and fries to Japanese cuisine. Every Day Needs Map… Read More

How do I get around Milwaukee?

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

Google Maps is a great way to get directions for walking, biking, driving and public transit! Bublr Bikes at UWM Rent a bike to ride around the city! Milwaukee County Transit System Ride any MCTS bus free with your M-Card… Read More

Donation Options

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Moving-In, Moving-Out, Trash/Recycling

Put unwanted items to good use through one of the services below: PantherCycle PantherCycle is an opportunity for students living on and off-campus to give away unwanted household furniture, decorations, clothes, etc (see guidelines for acceptable items). We encourage students… Read More

Bublr Bikes

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

There are a large number of Bublr Bikes stations on campus and around Milwaukee. UWM students may purchase a Bublr permit for $20.00 annually. You may also choose to bring your own bike to campus. In this case, make sure… Read More

Milwaukee County Transit System

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

All UWM students will receive a free U-PASS MCard that can be used to ride the City of Milwaukee buses free of charge, during their time as a student. The city buses are a great and easy way to get… Read More

Night Parking

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

There is no parking on city streets between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday unless a vehicle has an Overnight Parking Permit  or Temporary Night Parking Permission. Night parking permits cost $55 annually or $20 for a 4-month period… Read More

Daytime Parking

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

Parking on the streets of Milwaukee can be difficult at times and often requires a residential parking permit in the areas near UWM. In order to obtain a residential parking permit, you must have a valid Wisconsin license with an address… Read More

How do I make a complaint to the Department of Neighborhood Services?

August 18, 2020City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Repairs/Maintenance

By Phone: Call (414) 286-2268 during business hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. You may request that your name be confidential. You will be asked for the address of the property and a description of the problem. They will need your… Read More

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