We, The Department of Neighborhood Improvement Services (NIS), commit to provide the highest quality services to: Engage and educate the community, eradicate blight, ensure safer neighborhoods, and enhance neighborhood revitalization.
The City of Durham has residential and nonresidential properties that are of the highest quality and the city’s appearance is aesthetically pleasing.
NIS is an organization whose staff is empowered to use the best practices and available technology in the efficient, effective and economic implementation of neighborhood improvement and restoration.
Vandalism? If you notice vandalism on vacant homes in the City of Durham. Please notify the police.
Graffiti? If you see graffiti, please click here.