Eviction Moratorium Update
The eviction moratorium in Minnesota is ending. Check out this FAQ to learn more.
RentHelpMN Application is Open
Eligible Minnesota renters can receive help with rent and utility bills dated on or after March 13, 2020. If your renters qualify, they could receive up to 15 months total assistance.
Renters that vacated the unit can now get assistance. See an FAQ on this policy here.
Apply here
Mediation Services
Are you struggling to effectively resolve challenging problems with your landlord? Check out the free services offered by Community Mediation Minnesota.
Learn more
COVID Community Connectors
COVID Community Coordinators (CCCs) are community-based organizations that connect Minnesota’s diverse communities to COVID testing and resources.
Learn more.
MN Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
The state's
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps pay for home heating costs and furnace repairs for income-qualified households.
Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Insurance
Were your work hours reduced or eliminated? Apply for unemployment insurance.
Apply online in English, Hmong, Somali or Spanish. Do you speak a language other than English, Hmong, Somali, or Spanish? If so, call 651-296-3644 to start the application process.
Food
- Find food shelves and free meals near you: Hunger Solutions
- Minneapolis Public Schools is providing meals for its students. Learn more
- St. Paul Public Schools is providing meals for its students. Learn more
- Do you need long-term food benefits (SNAP)? Apply here
Utilities
Xcel Energy will waive late fees and stop service disconnections if they are because of a COVID-19 hardship. Call 1-800-895-4999 for more information.
CenterPoint Energy will waive late fees and stop service disconnections if they are because of a COVID-19 hardship. Call 1-800-245-2377 for more information.
Internet
- USI and Comcast are expanding access to the internet in the City of Minneapolis. Learn more
- Low cost computer and internet resources. Learn more
Communication with your Landlord
If you are struggling to pay rent, or will have this problem soon, here are some tips for communicating with your landlord.
Talk to your landlord right away when the problem occurs.
Be honest with them about your current income situation. How has the spread of COVID-19 impacted your work?
Consider discussing the resources/assistance types that you’ve sought thus far.
Explain how vulnerable your family will be. How many members of the family will be impacted by the loss of housing?
Find out what other people in similar positions are doing with this landlord or with others. Discuss the Minnesota Multi Housing Association's 'shelter in place' guidelines.
Ask about payment arrangements.
Your landlord is likely experiencing a high degree of stress and concern over the current circumstances as well. Strive to ensure that your communication with them is as clear and calm as possible. Document your conversations.
Confirmation of Rental Assistance: Dakota, Hennepin and Scott County
This is specifically for the programs where
landlords applied for rental assistance in Dakota, Hennepin and Scott County in the fall/winter of 2020 and early 2021.
Do you need a letter to confirm that your landlord received rental assistance on your behalf?
Request one here.