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About Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (KCHRA), PHA Code MN168, provides affordable housing assistance in Willmar, Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. KCHRA manages approximately 597 assisted housing units across its programs.
The Public Housing program, which includes 174 units, is currently open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, offering 423 portable vouchers, is presently closed to new applicants. Interested individuals seeking assistance should apply for the Public Housing program while its waitlist is open.
To qualify for housing assistance, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. For instance, a family of four applying for assistance in Kandiyohi County must have a Very Low Income at or below $50,400 per year. Income limits are subject to change and vary based on household size and program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 3, 2020
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments until each bedroom size reaches 65 applicants. Applications can be picked up at Lakeview Apartments (300 7th Street NW, Willmar, MN 56201), requested by calling (320) 235-4159 for email or mail, or applied for online. Residency preference is given to applicants who live, work, or attend education/training programs in Kandiyohi County. A working families preference is also applied to families whose head, spouse, co-head, or sole member is employed, attending education/training, or is age 62 or older or a person with disabilities.
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.
The Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority's Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed and there is no notice of when it will reopen. It last accepted applications on a limited basis from April 6, 2022, until August 31, 2022. Past preferences included disabled, elderly, living/working in McLeod County, and veterans.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority 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 Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
Kandiyohi 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 Kandiyohi 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 $50,400/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 Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority 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 Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 597 assisted housing units (423 Section 8, 174 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Willmar. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 174 Public Housing units in Willmar. 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 Kandiyohi 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 Willmar. This program serves approximately 423 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 Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kandiyohi County, MN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,400. 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 | $21,200 | $35,300 | $56,500 |
| 2 Persons | $24,200 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
| 3 Persons | $27,250 | $45,400 | $72,600 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,400 | $80,650 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,500 | $100,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,550 | $106,500 |
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 Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.