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About Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (PHA Code: MN166) is located in Benson, Swift County, Minnesota. This authority manages approximately 86 assisted housing units, primarily through 86 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The Swift County HRA offers Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs. Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed.
Applicants for the Public Housing program should be aware of current income limits. For instance, a family of four must have a very low income at or below $47,600 per year for the Swift County, MN area. Potential applicants are encouraged to contact the authority directly for specific eligibility requirements and application procedures for the open Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Benson Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRAB) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list pre-applications for senior, disabled, and single occupancy households; it does not offer a Public Housing program for families. Preferences are for elderly, disabled, and single individuals.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (320) 843-4676 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 Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Swift 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 Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (320) 843-4676 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 Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 86 assisted housing units (86 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Benson. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Swift 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 Benson. This program serves approximately 86 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Swift 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 Swift County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.