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About Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (PHA Code: MN161) is situated in Redwood Falls, Redwood County, Minnesota. This authority manages approximately 112 assisted housing units within its jurisdiction.
The managed units comprise 89 Housing Choice Vouchers and 23 Public Housing units. Renville County HRA operates both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs. At this time, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed.
For applicants interested in the Public Housing program, specific income limits apply. For a family of four in the Redwood County, MN area, the Very Low Income limit is set at $47,600 per year. Applicants are encouraged to contact the authority directly for application details and current eligibility requirements for the open Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open. 25 units located across Franklin, Morton, and Sacred Heart. Availability varies subject to vacancy rate. 16 of the 25 units are one-bedroom.
View original notice — renvillecountymn.govOther 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.
The waiting list is currently closed, except to new applicants who have lived, worked or attended school in Renville County for the past 6 months or more, who have a disabled head of household, or who have a head of household age 62 or over.
Official Application
Contact Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (507) 637-4004 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 Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
Renville 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 Renville 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 Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at (507) 637-4004 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 Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 112 assisted housing units (89 Section 8, 23 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Redwood Falls. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 23 Public Housing units in Redwood Falls. 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 Renville 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 Redwood Falls. This program serves approximately 89 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 Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Redwood 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 Renville County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.