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Bridges Rental Assistance Program - Austin Housing and Redevelopment Authority

308 2nd Avenue NE, Austin, MN 55912

Eligibility

Open to all households who meet the priority population requirements including: - People living in an institution or other segregated setting who will be homeless when discharged - People experiencing homelessness who need Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) - People who are experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness Households who meet the requirements listed above should also meet these eligibility requirements: - The head of household or other household member must be 18 years of age or over and have a diagnosed mental illness - The household is eligible to receive a Housing Choice Voucher or can become eligible based on successful participation in the Bridges Program - The household's gross income at the time of initial eligibility is at or below 50% of the AMI for the household size - Serves the City of Austin

Required documents

Application/registration form background check credit check driver's license landlord verification proof of household income Social Security card/number

Hours

- Office: 8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday - Application forms by appointment only: 4 pm - 5 pm Monday - Friday

Interpretation services

Interpreters provided

Application process

Call

Service area

Austin, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

No Fee

Description

Provides housing assistance for individuals and families with low income who include at least one adult with a serious mental illness while they wait for a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) or another rental subsidy. Eligible use for Bridges funding includes temporary rental assistance payments and security deposits paid directly to the landlord on behalf of qualified participants.

Last Assured

08/08/2025

Providing organization

Austin Housing and Redevelopment Authority

City housing and redevelopment authority