The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.

This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.

If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.

Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.

Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Manager, Joseph Middlebrooks 313-887-4769 or jmiddlebrooks@ecn-detroit.org.