Landlord Resources

The City of Dubuque wants landlords to be successful in their efforts to provide safe and quality housing for members of the community. This resource page is designed to help efficiently locate services and programs offered to landlords by the City.

Rental Licensing & Inspection Fees

Landlord Incentives

Currently the City offers a Damage Reimbursement Program for units located in the City of Dubuque or Dubuque County, that have a signed lease on or after April 1, 2021, with damages exceeding the paid deposit amount for the HCV assisted unit.  

Learn more about landlord incentives and the benefits of renting to Housing Choice Voucher Program participants.

Resources for Landlords

Becoming a Landlord


Renting to a Voucher Holder

Screening Prospective Tenants

Rental Property Regulations

Rental Property Resources


Utility Resources

Healthy Homes Program

The Healthy Homes Program takes a comprehensive approach by focusing on housing-related hazards in a coordinated fashion, rather than addressing a single hazard at a time including: mold, water intrusion, lead paint, allergens, asthma, carbon monoxide, home safety, pesticides, and radon (a dangerous gas found mainly in basements). The program is available to low- to moderate- income residents including renters.