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Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Richfield, Minnesota
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About Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority (PHA Code: MN216) serves Richfield, Hennepin County, Minnesota. This authority manages approximately 236 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
The Richfield HRA has administered programs such as HCV, Kids @ Home Rent Assistance Program, Public Housing, Mainstream, PBV, and RAD. However, all waiting lists for all programs, including HCV and Public Housing, are currently closed. There are no open application periods at this time.
For reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area is $66,200 per year. This income guideline typically helps determine eligibility for housing assistance programs when applications are accepted.
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15 upcomingBring It Home Rental Assistance Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Oct 26, 2026
Application Window
Oct 26, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026
Details
Pre-applications will be available for download from 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026, until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026. Completed pre-applications and a copy of the current Richfield lease must be returned to Richfield HRA by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026. If demand exceeds funding, 200 eligible applicants will be placed on a waiting list via a computer lottery draw.
Bring It Home Rental Assistance Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Oct 26, 2026
Application Window
Oct 26, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026
Details
Pre-applications will be available for download online from October 26, 2026, to November 6, 2026. Completed pre-applications and a current Richfield lease must be returned by November 9, 2026. If demand exceeds funding, 200 eligible applicants will be placed on a waiting list via a computer lottery draw. Households must earn no more than 50% of the Twin Cities Area Median Income, have a current lease in a non-subsidized Richfield rental property, and not receive other rental assistance. Priority is given to households with children earning less than 30% of AMI.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 8, 2026
Details
The waiting list will open for applications for 24 hours, from 12 AM to 11:59 PM. Priority is given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
This is for the Kids @ Home Program (Rental Assistance). Applications will be available for download online from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026; completed applications and all requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by September 28, 2026. Families must be housed in unsubsidized rental housing in Richfield, have a child in Richfield schools (K-12) who attends, one parent employed at least 30 hours/week, not receive other housing assistance, meet income guidelines, and attend 10 Parent Share meetings a year.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications will be available for download from 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 25, 2026. Completed applications and all requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
This 48-month program requires families to have a child enrolled in Richfield schools, one parent employed 30+ hours/week, no other housing assistance, income at or below guidelines, current rent payments, and attendance at 10 Parent Share meetings annually.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications for the 2026/2027 school year will be available for download online from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026. Completed applications and requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications will be available for download online from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026, and completed applications must be returned by September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications will be available for download online from 10:00 a.m. on September 8, 2026, to 4:00 p.m. on September 25, 2026; completed applications and all requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by 4:00 p.m. on September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications for the Kids @ Home program will be available for download online. Families must be housed in unsubsidized rental housing in Richfield, have a child in Richfield schools (K-12) who attends, one parent employed at least 30 hours/week, not be receiving other housing assistance, meet income guidelines, and attend 10 Parent Share meetings a year. Completed applications and requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications for the Kids @ Home program will be available for download from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026. Completed applications and all requested materials must be returned to Richfield HRA by September 28, 2026.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications will be available for download online; completed applications and all requested materials must be returned by September 28, 2026. Families must be housed in unsubsidized rental housing in Richfield, have a K-12 child attending Richfield schools, one parent employed at least 30 hours/week, not receive other housing assistance, meet income guidelines, and attend 10 Parent Share meetings annually.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026
Details
Applications will be available for download online from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026. Completed applications and requested materials must be returned by September 28, 2026. Families must be housed in unsubsidized Richfield rental housing, have a child in Richfield schools (K-12), one parent employed at least 30 hours/week, not receive other housing assistance, meet income guidelines, and attend 10 Parent Share meetings a year.
Other Programs Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 8, 2026
Application Window
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026
Details
Applications for the 2026/2027 school year will be available for download from September 8, 2026, to September 25, 2026, with completed applications due by September 28, 2026. This is a 48-month rent assistance program, and families must meet and maintain specific criteria.
Public Housing Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Sep 1, 2026
Details
The waitlist will reopen for one-bedroom apartments in Senior Towers for applicants aged 62 and older. Application details are not yet available.
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.
Limited to 200 eligible applicants via computer lottery if demand exceeds funding; applicants must have a current Richfield lease and meet income requirements.
All waiting lists for Mainstream programs are currently closed.
All waiting lists for Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are currently closed.
All waiting lists for RAD programs are currently closed.
Status History
Deadline: Jun 16, 2024
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
All waiting lists at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority are currently closed, but 15 lists are expected to open soon. Prepare your documents now so you can apply immediately when the window opens.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Richfield 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 $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 Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 236 assisted housing units (236 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Richfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Bring It Home Bring It Home Rental Assistance closed
The Bring It Home Rental Assistance program at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Richfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Richfield 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 Richfield. This program serves approximately 236 households. 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 Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Richfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Richfield. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Richfield 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Richfield maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority 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 Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.