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About Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (CCHRA) serves residents in Backus, Cass County, Minnesota, offering assistance through its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs. The authority manages approximately 153 assisted housing units, which consist of 141 Housing Choice Vouchers and 12 Public Housing units.
Please note that all waiting lists for both the Housing Choice Voucher program and Public Housing are currently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Cass County, MN area is $47,600 per year. At this time, the CCHRA is not accepting new applications. Interested individuals should regularly check for updates regarding future application periods.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The current program servicing Cass and Hubbard County is the Section 8 Rent Assistance Program.
Pine Mountain Apartments is listed as a public housing complex.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (218) 947-3993 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $47,600/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (218) 947-3993 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 153 assisted housing units (141 Section 8, 12 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Backus. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Backus. This program serves approximately 141 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 12 Public Housing units in Backus. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Cass County, MN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,600. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,000 | $33,350 | $53,350 |
| 2 Persons | $22,850 | $38,100 | $60,950 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,600 | $76,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,450 | $82,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $59,050 | $94,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,850 | $100,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Cass County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.