Multi Family Housing To Rent FAQ's

(Frequently Asked Questions)

Is ACCAP Section 8?

No, ACCAP offers affordable housing options and accepts Section 8 vouchers but does not supply Section 8 or PHA (Public Housing Authority) housing.

What is affordable housing?           

Affordable housing is housing that is below the market rent for the same size and type of units available through out Anoka County.

What is Market Rate?           

Market rate is the average amount that any Landlord may charge for a unit. Rent for units may be slightly higher or slightly lower and still be considered MarketRate.

Does ACCAP just have apartments?

No, ACCAP has single-family homes (limited) and a variety of town homes throughout Anoka County in addition to Apartment buildings.  More Housing options .

Why do you charge the application fees for all household members over 18?

Under Fair Housing Rules, ACCAP is required to request application fees for all adults in the household so as to not violate Familial Status rules.

Can I see a unit before I apply?

Applicants are encouraged to do a walk-through of a unit prior to applying for housing.  The housing vacancy line (763)783.4710 gives a weekly update of the available and upcoming housing with ACCAP.  Telephone numbers for the resident managers are on this message line and a showing can be set up directly with the Resident Manager.

How much is the application fee?           

Application fees are $30.00 per adult and this covers part of the cost of screening new applicants.

What do you check on my application?

ACCAP uses a screening company to check your credit, criminal and rental history.

I want to move in, but there is more paperwork.  Why?

In order to keep our units below the Market Rate Rents, ACCAP partners with different programs such as the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program and the HOME Program.  These programs require that you income qualify before you move in.  You must re-certify each year that you reside in a Tax Credit Property or HOME Program funded unit.

I have a family member that needs barrier free housing.  Is there housing for us?

ACCAP has a number of units that are barrier free (one level with some adaptations) to serve families that need barrier free units. 

What is Grasslands?  Can I live there?

Grasslands is a HUD Section 202 building.  This means in order to live at Grasslands you must be elderly (62+) or disabled and considered extremely low income. Grasslands has 24 units that are completely accessible, roll up stoves, sinks and bathrooms that serve people needing barrier free housing. This building is subsidized and there is a waiting list maintained for this building.  It does not cost anything to apply for the waiting list at Grasslands.