Detroit seeking residents affected by June 2021 floods for sewer repair program

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Detroit seeking residents affected by June 2021 floods for sewer repair program

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Published on Jul 16, 2025, 5:33:31 PM
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The city of Detroit is notifying people about a free sewer repair program for residents who experienced basement flooding in June 2021.

The Private Sewer Repair Program (PSRP) reaches 97 neighborhoods across the city and is available to residents who were hardest hit by the severe flooding. 

To apply, households must be a single-family residence, they must be located in one of the eligible neighborhoods, and must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). They also need to be able to demonstrate damage from 2021 flood.

In a statement, Mayor Mike Duggan said the program uses federal funds to improve the lives of Detroiters and give them peace of mind. 

"Major storms that can cause flooding is something we expect to see more of in the future and this program will help 1,500 Detroit families in the 97 neighborhoods that already have experienced basement flooding to protect their homes," he said. "Repairing hundreds of damaged private sewer lines is just one of the many ways we are investing to make Detroit more resilient to flooding and the effects of climate change."  

Residents who previously received benefits are not eligible. To apply, email PSRP@detroitmi.gov, visit detroitmi.gov/psrp, or call 866-313-2520.

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  • The InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit is hosting its 13th annual Urban-Suburban Interfaith Picnic from 1 to 5 p.m. this Sunday, July 20, at Palmer Park. The picnic will feature food from different religious traditions, a health fair, musical performances, games and more.
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