Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy
Tracy, Minnesota
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22 hours ago
About Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy (HRA of Tracy), located in Tracy, Lyon County, Minnesota, manages approximately 60 assisted housing units.
Currently, the HRA of Tracy is accepting applications for its Public Housing program. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs, are presently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four in the Lyon County, MN area, the Very Low Income limit is set at $50,000 per year. Individuals interested in applying for the Public Housing program should directly contact the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy for specific eligibility criteria and application instructions.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is for senior/disabled households. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly or disabled, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received.
Other Programs
4 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.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Mainstream program.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Project-Based Voucher program.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy directly at (507) 629-3160 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy
Check Current Status
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy, 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 $50,000/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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy directly at (507) 629-3160 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy manages approximately 60 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Tracy. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy manages approximately 60 Public Housing units in Tracy. 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy 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 Tracy. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Tracy. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Tracy maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy free?
How long is the wait at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy?
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lyon County, MN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,000. 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 | $21,000 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 2 Persons | $24,000 | $40,000 | $64,000 |
| 3 Persons | $27,000 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,000 | $86,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,000 | $92,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,000 | $99,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,000 | $105,600 |
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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Tracy — including across state lines.