B.O.S.S.
BOSS is a safe ride service available to UWM students, operating every day between the hours of 6:00 PM and 2:00 AM during the traditional academic calendar. More information on BOSS can be found on the Transportation Services Website.
Safety
Can I live in an attic or basement?
No, landlords cannot legally rent out basements and most attics unless there is a 2nd exit and it complies with Milwaukee building code. In order to be a legal dwelling and rental unit it should have a separate address. If you… Read More
What is a rooming house license?
Some landlords have gotten permission from the City of Milwaukee to allow more than 3 unrelated individuals to live in a signal rental unit. There are only a few landlords that have this license. Do not believe a landlord that… Read More
How do I know if a neighborhood is safe?
Safety is subjective and only a prospective tenant can decide what “safe” means to them when looking for housing. It may be helpful to contact the 1st district police department and request they look up the address that is being… Read More