Dakota County CDA
Eagan, Minnesota
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Dakota County CDA
Dakota County CDA, located in Eagan, Dakota County, Minnesota (PHA Code MN147), manages approximately 3,041 assisted housing units. This includes 2,838 Section 8 vouchers and 203 Public Housing units.
Currently, Dakota County CDA is accepting applications for various programs. These include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream vouchers, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). The agency also offers specialized housing programs, such as Senior Housing (including Nicols Pointe in Eagan), Workforce Housing, and Youth Supportive Housing. Public Housing applications are presently closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $66,200 per year within the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area. Applicants should review specific income requirements for each program offered.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Preference is given to applicants who live or work in Dakota County, or who receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits, including homeless applicants with ties to the county. Applications are placed by date and time, and only one application per household will be accepted.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Priority is given to people living in an institution, segregated setting, or under corrections supervision who will be homeless upon exit. Program participants contribute 30-40% of their income toward rent.
Nicols Pointe (Senior Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This 24-unit apartment building in Eagan serves seniors age 55+ with a preference for Veterans; all household members must be at least 55 years old to apply; all units are one-bedrooms.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Youth Supportive Housing waiting list is currently open, and applications are being accepted indefinitely.
Other (Senior Housing Program) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The program serves households with at least one member aged 62 or older, with additional household members 55 or older. Preference is given to applicants who live, work, or have immediate family residing in Dakota County, or households receiving benefits from Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance; there is a separate waiting list for accessible units.
Other (Workforce Housing Program) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The program is accepting applications for one-, two-, and three-bedroom units; households with children under 18 qualify for two- and three-bedroom units, while households without children can apply for one-bedroom. Applicants select up to four desired locations after eligibility screening, and there is a separate waiting list for Farmington Workforce Housing.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Rent assistance is connected to 2, 3, and 4-bedroom housing units located in Dakota County. Preference is given to applicants who live or work in Dakota County or receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program serves households with at least one member age 62 or older, with additional household members 55 or older, and includes accessible units. Preference is given to applicants who live or work in Dakota County or receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits.
Senior Housing (General) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The program serves households with at least one member aged 62 or older, with other household members needing to be 55+. Preferences include living, working, or having immediate family in Dakota County or receiving Dakota County E&EA benefits. There are separate waiting lists for one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and accessible units.
Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program serves seniors 55+ in Eagan, with a preference for Veterans and other local residency/benefit ties; all household members must be at least 55 years old.
Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe, Eagan) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Serves seniors age 55+ with a preference for Veterans, or households who live, work, or have immediate family residing in Dakota County, or receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits. All units are one-bedrooms.
Senior Housing - Nicols Pointe Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This 24-unit apartment building in Eagan serves seniors aged 55+ with a preference for Veterans; all household members must be at least 55. Preference is also given to households who live or work in Dakota County or have immediate family residing there, or receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits.
Senior Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Serves households with at least one member age 62 or older (additional members 55+); preference for Veterans at some properties; a separate waiting list exists for accessible units.
Workforce Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units; households with children under 18 qualify for 2- and 3-bedroom units, while households without children can apply for 1-bedroom units. Preference is given to applicants who live or work in Dakota County or receive Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits.
Workforce Housing (General) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The CDA is accepting applications for one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. Households with children under 18 qualify for two- and three-bedroom units, while those without children can apply for one-bedroom.
Workforce Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Households with children under 18 qualify for two and three-bedroom units; households without children can apply for one-bedroom; applicants select up to four desired locations after eligibility screening; a separate waiting list exists for Farmington Workforce Housing.
Youth Supportive Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program, Lincoln Place, serves homeless youth and/or youth with a disability between ages 18-24 in single-occupancy units, requiring residency or re-establishment of residency in Dakota County, among other criteria.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for the Workforce Housing Program, accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Households with children under 18 qualify for 2- and 3-bedroom units, while those without children can apply for 1-bedroom units.
Other Programs
3 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.
This program offers 2- and 3-bedroom scattered site units in Dakota County and is not available for one-person households. Preference is given to applicants who live, work, are hired to work, or attend school full-time in Dakota County, or those receiving Dakota County Employment & Economic Assistance benefits.
The waiting list for Workforce Family Townhomes is currently closed.
The CDA obtains referrals for this program from the VA Community Resource & Referral Center in Minneapolis.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Dakota County CDA portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Dakota County CDA
Check Current Status
Dakota County CDA currently has 18 open waiting lists (HCV, Mainstream, Nicols Pointe (Senior Housing), Other, Other (Senior Housing Program), Other (Workforce Housing Program), PBV, Senior Housing, Senior Housing (General), Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe), Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe, Eagan), Senior Housing - Nicols Pointe, Senior Housing Program, Workforce Housing, Workforce Housing (General), Workforce Housing Program, Youth Supportive Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Dakota County CDA, 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 $66,200/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
Apply directly through the official Dakota County CDA portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Dakota County CDA, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dakota County CDA manages approximately 3,041 assisted housing units (2,838 Section 8, 203 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Eagan. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dakota County CDA
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dakota County CDA 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 Eagan. This program serves approximately 2,838 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Dakota County CDA are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Nicols Pointe (Senior Housing) open
The Nicols Pointe (Senior Housing) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Senior Housing Program) open
The Other (Senior Housing Program) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Workforce Housing Program) open
The Other (Workforce Housing Program) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Dakota County CDA are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Eagan. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (General) open
The Senior Housing (General) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe) open
The Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe, Eagan) open
The Senior Housing (Nicols Pointe, Eagan) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing - Nicols Pointe open
The Senior Housing - Nicols Pointe program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing Program open
The Senior Housing Program program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Workforce Housing open
The Workforce Housing program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Workforce Housing (General) open
The Workforce Housing (General) program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Workforce Housing Program open
The Workforce Housing Program program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Youth Supportive Housing open
The Youth Supportive Housing program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Dakota County CDA are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Dakota County CDA manages approximately 203 Public Housing units in Eagan. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Workforce Housing - Family Townhomes closed
The Workforce Housing - Family Townhomes program at Dakota County CDA provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Eagan. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Dakota County CDA combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Eagan. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Dakota County CDA?
Dakota County CDA Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dakota County CDA are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,200. 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 | $27,800 | $46,350 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,800 | $53,000 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,750 | $59,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,900 | $71,500 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,100 | $76,800 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,250 | $82,100 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $87,400 | $137,550 |
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 Dakota County CDA — including across state lines.