Emergency Rental Assistance
Emergency Rental Assistance from Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County (CAP-HC) can help you and your family stay in safe and stable housing when you experience a financial crisis.
Eligibility
You’re eligible for Emergency Rental Assistance if you meet the following requirements:
- You live in Hennepin County.
- You do not receive a rental subsidy like MPHA or Section 8.
- You have household income that is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Income Guidelines — see table.
Have a household of 9 or more people? Call 952-933-9639 for income eligibility information.
Income Eligibility Requirements
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Gross Income* | Maximum Annual Gross Income* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,608.33 | $31,300 |
| 2 | $3,525.00 | $42,300 |
| 3 | $4,441.67 | $53,300 |
| 4 | $5,358.33 | $64,300 |
| 5 | $6,275.00 | $75,300 |
| 6 | $7,191.67 | $86,300 |
| 7 | $8,108.33 | $97,300 |
| 8 | $9,025.00 | $108,300 |
Get Started
To get Emergency Rental Assistance, you need to complete an application and submit all required documentation to determine if you’re eligible.
Ready to apply for Emergency Rental Assistance? Here’s how to get started:
Fill out an application
Download an Application
You can download an application using the button below.
Pick Up an Application in Person
Pick up an application at one of CAP-HC’s offices during office hours.
Collect Required Documents
Provide Proof of the Following:
- The last 30 days of income for all adults in the household, including wages, public benefits, social security, child support, etc.
- Your household size. Examples include a lease listing all household members, current tax return, or a benefits statement.
- Your Hennepin County address. Examples include a utility bill, benefits statement, or current tax return.
Provide a Copy of the Following:
- Your lease or rental agreement.
- If you’re seeking security deposit assistance, you will also need to provide a denial letter from Hennepin County Emergency Assistance or another rental assistance provider.
Submit Your application
How to Submit Your Application
You can submit your completed application and additional documentation in one of the following ways:
Mail:
CAP-HC Rental Assistance Program
7101 Northland Circle N, Suite 123
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
In person:
Visit one of CAP-HC’s offices to drop off your application and documentation.
We will review your application materials and follow up with you for next steps.
Please note: We process applications in the order that we receive them. Due to high demand, it may take up to 60 days to process your application.
Still have questions or want to have an application mailed to you? Please email us at rentalassistance@caphennepin.org.