Our nearly 1,200 units of housing provides homes for over 2,000 Washington County residents. Below is Information for Housing Choice Voucher participants, those seeking housing resources in Washington County and the Twin City metro area, and additional community resources.

Housing Choice Voucher Participant Information

Our participant handbook provides a handy guide to the rights and responsibilities of our Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) tenants. It’s a great first stop for any questions you might have about your residence. Utility allowances and payment standards can be found here.

Fair Housing Videos

Click here for videos to help inform you of your rights under fair housing laws. The videos cover topics like rental history, background checks, and bad credit. Thanks to our friends at HousingLink for developing these videos, for which the Washington County CDA helped to provide financial support.

Violence Against Women Act

The Violence Against Women Act of 2005 (VAWA) protects individuals applying for or living in federally subsidized housing from being discriminated against because of their status as survivors of domestic violence, dating violence or stalking. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, please read here for more information on how to protect your rights.

HousingLink

HousingLink a great resource that allows you to search for affordable housing throughout the metro area. You can filter your results by rent, building type, and other criteria.

Affordable and Market Rate Rentals in Washington County, MN

We also maintain a Subsidized and Market Rate Rental list that provides information on housing in Washington County, the Twin Cities, and in greater Minnesota.

Transportation Resources

GoWashingtonMN.com was created to give all Washington County residents, employees, and visitors a quick way to access transportation information. The program serves as a link between providers and riders to reduce barriers and expand access to accurate information. Visit their website, or call 651.430.6651 to speak with a Transportation Navigator.

Assistance for Homeless Individuals

People who experience homelessness deserve access to services to assist them in becoming stably housed, as well as assist them with accessing other resources to meet their basic needs. For help, call the Washington County Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) at 651-430-6488.

  • Families seeking shelter:
    • Contact St. Andrew’s Resource Center at 651-762-9124, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Households must be seen in-person to seek shelter.
  • Singles who are 24 years or older and seeking shelter: Contact the Washington County Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) at 651-430-6488.
  • Youth who are up to 24 years old and seeking shelter:
    • Call The Connect Center at 651-231-7807 or contact a Youth Connections Coordinator and Outreach Worker at 612-417-4248 to schedule an appointment.
    • Visit the Youth Services Network to connect with an Outreach Worker who can complete an assessment with you.

What is the Coordinated Entry System?

The Coordinated Entry System (CES) helps people who are experiencing homelessness get into housing. Coordinated Entry lets you contact one office to get into a system that matches people with housing in many different programs. This makes it easier for you to get connected with a program that can help you find a place to live. Washington County has these access points:

  • Washington County Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST): 651-430-6488
  • The Connect Center: 651-231-7807

The Housing Benefits 101 (HB101) Homeless Services Map can help you find the best Coordinated Entry access point for you.

If you are not currently homeless, but are concerned you might become homeless, contact the Washington County Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) at 651-430-6488.

Additional Resource List for Washington County

Additional Resource List

The Washington County CDA has experts in community and economic development ready to lend a hand to homeowners, potential homebuyers, and cities and townships. We also administer programs for individuals from the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program for Washington County, MN, and affordable rentals to self-sufficiency initiatives. But sometimes the needs in our community go further. Please use this resource list to find local organizations that can help in periods of hardship.