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Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Northome, Minnesota
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About Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (KCHRA), located in Northome, Itasca County, Minnesota, manages approximately 128 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). KCHRA also administers Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and various Bridges Rental Assistance programs.
Currently, all waiting lists for assistance programs offered by KCHRA are closed to new applications. Prospective applicants should monitor the authority's announcements for any changes in waitlist status.
To qualify for very low-income assistance in the Itasca County area, a family of four would generally need an annual income no higher than $47,600, although specific limits can vary by program and household size.
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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.
Long waiting periods are common. A PHA may close its waiting list when it has more families on the list than can be assisted in the near future. PHAs may establish local preferences for selecting applicants from its waiting list.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
This program provides assistance to very low-income individuals with mental illness, prioritizing those experiencing or at risk of homelessness and those transitioning from institutions, with eligibility requiring a diagnosed mental illness and income at or below 50% of the area median.
The Bridges program is designed to help people with high needs by providing a housing subsidy that is linked with community mental health services. Administrators must prioritize certain populations. Eligibility is based on diagnosed mental illness, potential eligibility for HCV, and income at or below 50% of area median income.
The Bridges Housing program provides assistance for individuals with very low incomes and mental illness while they await a Housing Choice Voucher. Priorities include individuals transitioning from institutions to homelessness, those experiencing homelessness needing Permanent Supportive Housing, or those at imminent risk of homelessness.
This program assists people with very low incomes and mental illness while they wait for an HCV. Priority populations include those in institutions who will be homeless when discharged, people experiencing homelessness, or those at imminent risk of homelessness. Eligibility requires being 18+ with a diagnosed mental illness and a gross income at or below 50% AMI.
The Bridges Rental Assistance Program is described as providing housing assistance for people with very low incomes and a mental illness while they wait for a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) or another rental subsidy. The description mentions that administrators must prioritize certain populations a...
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Official Application
Contact Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly 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
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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 Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Koochiching 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 Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority directly at 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 Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 128 assisted housing units (128 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Northome. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Koochiching 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 Northome. This program serves approximately 128 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Koochiching 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Northome. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Northome. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Itasca 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 Koochiching County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.