Hey AspiRE Community, we want to know what is keeping you from reaching that next level, In two weeks Charles and I will be answering questions you all submit to us on the beast council podcast. Comment your questions on this post that you want us to talk about!

Welcome to AspiRE Kendall, we are glad to have you here! Please take a moment to read through the onboarding resources under the classroom tab and then introduce yourself to the community.

Welcome to the AspiRE community, it’s great to have you here with us, please take a moment to introduce yourselves and what you hope to accomplish here in aspire! There is also some additional onboarding resources in the classroom tab for you to read through.

Hi, Everyone. The 90 day cohort is live now join us through the restream link pinned at the top of the skool community!

The City of Milwaukee has officially passed a 5-year pilot Rental Property Inspection Program. While currently testing in a limited area (1- and 2-family rentals in the Uptown area of the 15th Aldermanic District), this pilot is designed to evaluate expansion feasibility across the city. Key Details & What to Expect: - Scope & Targeting: DNS will proactively inspect 20 properties per month from over 200 eligible properties. - Focus Areas: Inspections are strictly limited to habitability issues: water/plumbing, temperature (67°F minimum), electricity, structural hazards, smoke/CO detectors, pests, and mold. - Access & Tenant Permission: DNS requires tenant permission for interior inspections. If a tenant refuses, DNS may seek a special warrant. Community groups will be doing outreach to encourage tenant participation. - Fees & Exemptions: - A $90 initial inspection fee (refundable if violations are corrected) and a $150 reinspection fee apply, though the RPA is closely monitoring these for compliance with Wisconsin state law. - Promptly correcting violations results in a 5-year inspection exemption. Uncorrected issues lead to re-inspections, annual checks, and ongoing fees. - Multifamily units and units under 8 years old are exempt. Owner-occupied duplexes may be included if one unit is rented. Recommended Action Steps for Owners: 1. Inspect now: Don't wait for a notice. Check your units proactively and address any habitability issues immediately. 2. Document everything: Keep photos, invoices, and contractor records for all repairs. 3. Monitor notices: Watch for City or DNS communications and ensure your mailing/ownership details are up to date. 4. Stay compliant: Quick repairs and compliance are the only way to secure the 5-year exemption. Note: The Rental Property Association (RPA) is actively monitoring enforcement, ensuring fair exterior standards across all properties, and checking fee legality.