Rental Assistance Online Application
Thank you for your interest in Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County’s (CAP-HC’s) Rental Assistance Program. Completing an online application will take 15-40 minutes, depending on the size of your household.
The first step for completing your online application is to determine your preliminary program eligibility* by completing the form below. If the information provided indicates your preliminary eligibility, you will be directed to the full online application.
*Preliminary eligibility does not confirm your eligibility or guarantee you’ll receive services from CAP-HC.
Required Documents
To complete the full online application, you’ll need to have these documents ready to upload:
- A copy of your lease or rental agreement.
- Proof of the household size such as a lease, current tax return, or benefits statement.
- Proof of the Hennepin County address, such as a utility bill, current tax return, or benefits statement.
If anyone in your households has received income in the last full calendar month, you will also need to upload:
- Proof of income for all adults in the household for the last full calendar month.
- This includes all sources of income such as wages, public benefits, social security, child support, etc.

Preliminary Eligibility Form
Please answer these questions to determine your preliminary eligibility for CAP-HC’s Rental Assistance Program.
If the information provided indicates your preliminary eligibility, you will be directed to the full online application.
Income Eligibility Requirements
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Gross Income* | Maximum Annual Gross Income* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,660.00 | $31,920 |
| 2 | $3,606.67 | $43,280 |
| 3 | $4,553.33 | $54,640 |
| 4 | $5,500.00 | $66,000 |
| 5 | $6,446.67 | $77,360 |
| 6 | $7,393.33 | $88,720 |
| 7 | $8,340.00 | $100,080 |
| 8 | $9,286.67 | $111,440 |
Have a household of 9 or more people? Call 952-933-9639 for income eligibility information.