Wausau ADA Home Modification Program

City of Wausau Community Development

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

Wausau ADA Home Modification Program is available to homeowners in Wausau, WI.

Provides grants and deferred loans for accessibility modifications for disabled and elderly homeowners. Covers ramps, grab bars, widened doorways, accessible bathrooms, and lifts. Income limits apply.

Average cost of typical accessibility modifications covered

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Wausau, WI, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Grants and loans up to $15,000
  • For disabled or elderly homeowners
  • Income at or below 80% AMI
  • Covers ramps, bathroom mods, grab bars
  • Must be owner-occupied in Wausau

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(715) 261-6680

A grant-savvy contractor in Wausau, WI can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Wausau early keeps your application moving.

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This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Applications accepted year-round

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Wausau ADA Home Modification Program provide in Wausau, WI?

Up to $15,000 grant/loan.

Who qualifies for Wausau ADA Home Modification Program in Wausau?

Wausau ADA Home Modification Program is open to homeowners in Wausau, WI. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Wausau ADA Home Modification Program in Wausau, WI?

Apply directly with City of Wausau Community Development using the official program link on this page or call (715) 261-6680. There is no middleman and no fee.

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