Housing News & Events

Hundreds more people who have disabilities and are experiencing homelessness will be able to find safe, affordable housing in the metro area.

The grants support moderate- to high-density development near transit that is more affordable and walkable, fosters mobility, and encourages transit ridership.

Charging a minimum rent is one step toward addressing a Metro HRA operating deficit. In addition, the change will prevent the agency from having to further reduce the number of households it serves.

The 5-year plan identifies key goals that the agency will be working to achieve during the next several years.

Mike Webb learned, firsthand, the need for homes that are affordable to working people.

The grants are part of the Council’s Livable Communities program, a voluntary, incentive-based approach to helping communities achieve their regional and local goals.

When the state’s three largest housing authorities opened their waiting lists, they knew the demand would be high. Metro HRA will place 2,000 on its list, Minneapolis 2,000, and St. Paul 3,500.

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