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Mark your calendars! The 2025 Multifamily Consolidated Request for Proposals (RFP)/2026 Housing Tax Credit (HTC) Round 1 application deadline is just around the corner! Continue reading to learn about upcoming deadlines, Intent to Apply summary, and other important reminders, updates, and information.
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2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 Application Dates
Important dates for the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 are listed below and on the Multifamily Consolidated Request for Proposals/Housing Tax Credit Funding Rounds webpage.
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Thursday, May 29 at noon Central Time: Deadline to submit pre-applications for the HUD Section 811 PRA Program and Innovative Construction Techniques (ICT) selection criterion
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Thursday, July 10 at noon Central Time: Deadline to submit 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 applications
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December: Minnesota Housing board members meeting to approve selection recommendations
Stay up to date on 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 news and updates by signing up for our eNews list.
Questions?
Contact mhfa.consolidated.rfp@state.mn.us.
FINAL REMINDER: Deadline to Submit Pre-Applications is This Thursday, May 29
Two pre-applications are available for the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1:
- HUD Section 811 Project-Based Rental Assistance (HUD Section 811 PRA) Program
- Innovative Construction Techniques (ICT) Selection Criterion
Both pre-applications are due in the Multifamily Customer Portal by noon Central Time THIS THURSDAY, May 29, 2025. Pre-applications are optional. However, they are required if the applicant is interested in obtaining eligibility for the project-based rental assistance and/or selection criterion. Minnesota Housing will notify applicants of eligibility prior to the full application deadline.
HUD Section 811 Project-Based Rental Assistance Program
The HUD Section 811 PRA Program is designed to expand the supply of supportive housing that promotes and facilitates community integration for people with significant and long-term disabilities. HUD Section 811 PRA Program funds are available for units for people with disabilities through the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1. Awards are contingent on funding availability.
Applicants are required to submit a HUD Section 811 PRA Program Pre-Application to determine eligibility prior to submitting a full 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 Application. Additionally, applicants must apply and be selected for capital funding through the Multifamily Consolidated RFP/HTC Round 1 to be eligible for HUD Section 811 PRA Program funds.
For more information, visit Minnesota Housing’s HUD Section 811 PRA Program webpage.
Innovative Construction Techniques Selection Criterion
Minnesota Housing is now offering a selection criterion for projects that will use ICT.
All conditions a proposed project must meet are outlined in the 2026-2027 Self-Scoring Worksheet and the ICT Narrative. Applicants are required to submit the narrative and supporting documentation to be eligible to receive points for this selection criterion.
Questions?
HUD Section 811 PRA Program questions can be directed to Ellie Miller at 651.215.6236 or ellie.miller@state.mn.us.
ICT Selection Criterion questions can be directed to Mike Thomas at 651.276.1170 or mike.thomas@state.mn.us.
Intent to Apply Summary
The 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 Intent to Apply (ITA) deadline was May 8, 2025, and Minnesota Housing received 98 ITA submissions. The final number of complete applications submitted in July 2025 may be lower than the amount of ITA submissions, as some applicants may decide to withdraw or not submit a full application.
The preliminary information submitted in the May 2025 ITA indicates:
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20 prospective projects with interest in 9% HTCs with or without deferred funding.
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78 prospective projects with interest in deferred funding, including with 9% HTCs, 4% HTCs or deferred only.
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Approximately 5663 total units are expected to be newly built or preserved.
- Most projects anticipate submitting a dual application to be considered for multiple funding options.
For comparison, last year there were 104 ITA submissions for the 2024 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2025 HTC Round 1; Minnesota Housing received 64 applications, of which 21 were recommended for selection based on available resources in 2024.
Estimated Scores Report is Available
The Estimated Scores Report is available to view in the Multifamily Customer Portal. The estimated scores may be modified by prospective applicants prior to the application due date. Therefore, estimated scores in Multifamily Customer Portal will differ from this report.
The estimated scores report is for information purposes only and is in no way binding or a guarantee of final scores or awards. Estimated scores are created by prospective applicants, not by Minnesota Housing. Final scores will be validated by Minnesota Housing during the evaluation process.
Questions?
Contact mhfa.consolidated.rfp@state.mn.us with general Multifamily Consolidated RFP questions.
Contact mhfa.app@state.mn.us with Multifamily Customer Portal questions.
Application Requirements
The Multifamily RFP Standards outline the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 application requirements. Applicants that do not complete and submit the following by the application deadline may be considered ineligible for funding:
- All application materials and checklist items that are applicable to the project uploaded and submitted in the Multifamily Customer Portal
- The Multifamily RFP Standards further detail the required application materials and checklist items, such as Site Control, Multifamily Workbooks, etc.
- The ‘Customer Final Version’ scoresheet of the Self-Scoring Worksheet using the Scoring Wizard in the Multifamily Customer Portal
- Development Team Qualification Forms and supporting documentation; see details below
- Required application fee(s) as listed in the Multifamily Fee Remittance Form
Checklist Submission Tip
✅Tip: Use the “Show Items Not Uploaded” feature to quickly identify which checklist items still need attention before submission.
As part of the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 application, applicants must complete and submit their customized checklist in the Multifamily Customer Portal. Upload all required documents or mark optional items as “Opted Out.” Once all items show a valid upload status and no errors remain, click “Submit.”
You’ll be asked to confirm that all materials are signed and to acknowledge the submission. Once submitted, items will be locked, and an email confirmation will be sent automatically.
View the Multifamily Customer Portal User Guide: Project Checklists for more details.
Questions?
Contact mhfa.app@state.mn.us with Multifamily Customer Portal questions.
Scoring Wizard Tip
✅ Tip: Use the Scoring Wizard to create up to four test scoresheets per project to explore different scoring scenarios before finalizing your submission.
The Scoring Wizard is the online version of the Self-Scoring Worksheet and is required for all 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 applications. When you’re ready, convert your best test version into the Customer Final Version and click “Verify and Submit” to complete your submission. An email confirmation will be sent automatically.
View the Multifamily Customer Portal User Guide: Scoring Wizard and the Scoring Wizard tutorial for more details.
Questions?
Contact htc.mhfa@state.mn.us with Self-Scoring Worksheet questions.
Contact mhfa.app@state.mn.us with Multifamily Customer Portal questions.
Development Team Qualification Forms
Each Multifamily RFP funding round and/or year-round funding application requires the submission of a qualification form from all development team members if any of the following apply:
- Minnesota Housing does not have the required qualification form on file
- The information on a previously submitted qualification form has significantly changed
- The qualification form has been on file with Minnesota Housing longer than 12 months from the date submitted
Visit Minnesota Housing’s Development Team Qualification Forms webpage for more information.
Submission Instructions and More Information
All qualification forms, including the Qualification of Sponsor and/or Guarantor and Schedules A-E, must be submitted through the Multifamily Secure Upload Tool. More information on how to submit qualification forms can be found on Development Team Qualification Forms webpage. Applicants for the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP must use the 2025 forms with updated supporting documentation.
Questions?
Contact mhfa.consolidated.rfp@state.mn.us with general questions about the qualification forms.
Questions regarding the Multifamily Secure Upload Tool should be directed to mhfa.app@state.mn.us.
Multifamily Loan Programs and Housing Tax Credit Program Fee Schedule and Fee Remittance Form
Minnesota Housing updated its Multifamily Loan Programs and Housing Tax Credit Program Fee Schedule and Multifamily Fee Remittance Form, which is effective for all projects, including the current 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1.
- The Multifamily Fee Remittance Form is for applicants to complete and submit when applying for funding from Minnesota Housing. This document is included as a checklist item in the Multifamily Customer Portal and generally accompanies the fees sent to Minnesota Housing.
- The Multifamily Loan Programs and Housing Tax Credit Program Fee Schedule is a standalone document for informational purposes only and outlines Minnesota Housing fees associated with loan programs and the Housing Tax Credit Program. This document is not a checklist item and does not need to be submitted when applying for funding.
Questions?
Contact mhfa.consolidated.rfp@state.mn.us.
Important Documents and Trainings
Be sure to review the following helpful documents and trainings as you put your application together.
Documents
Trainings
- 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 Kickoff Event: Watch the recording and view the presentation slides.
- 2026-2027 Self-Scoring Worksheet Training: Watch the recording and view the presentation slides.
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Apply for Funding: Learn how to get started in the Multifamily Customer Portal and how to find open funding rounds, create a project using the Apply for Funding Wizard, and request project team access.
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Intent to Apply: Learn what the Intent to Apply is, the steps you need to complete to meet the deadline, and how to withdraw a project from consideration.
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Project Checklist: Learn how to select project characteristics, manage checklist items, and submit a checklist.
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Scoring Wizard: Learn how to use the Scoring Wizard to complete the self-scoring process.
- How Awards are Sized: Watch the recording and view the presentation slides; the training was recorded in 2019, but the information is still current.
- Rent and Income Restrictions: Watch the recording and view the presentation slides; the training was recorded in 2020, but the information is still current.
- Sponsor Qualification Forms: Watch the recording and view the presentation slides; the training was recorded in 2020, but the information is still current.
Technical Assistance is Available
Minnesota Housing wants to help applicants submit competitive proposals. Technical assistance is strongly encouraged. Check out the contact information and technical assistance opportunities below:
- For all technical assistance requests, except for the HUD Section 811 PRA Program, complete and submit the Technical Assistance Request Form.
- For HUD Section 811 PRA Program technical assistance requests, contact Ellie Miller at 651.215.6236 or ellie.miller@state.mn.us.
- For compliance related questions regarding the Housing Tax Credit (HTC) Program, the HOME Investments Partnership Program (HOME), the National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) Program, or other Minnesota Housing deferred loan programs, contact Tere Hopponen at 651.297.5709 or tere.hopponen@state.mn.us.
- For supportive housing related questions, contact Sara Gomoll at sara.gomoll@state.mn.us.
- General questions should be directed to mhfa.consolidated.rfp@state.mn.us.
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2025-2026 Building Standards Documents Released
Minnesota Housing’s 2025-2026 Multifamily Rental Housing Design/Construction Standards (RHD/CS), Minnesota Overlay to the Enterprise Green Communities Criteria (MN Overlay), Contractor’s Guide, and Environmental Standards document have been updated and are ready to use with the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1. Development teams are required to incorporate the 2025 versions of these documents when submitting this year’s applications.
These documents can be found on Minnesota Housing’s Building Standards webpage. Refer to the 2025-2026 Building Standards Documents Summary of Changes document and our May 22 Building Standards eNews to learn more.
Metropolitan Council Local Housing Incentives Account Applications Available and Due Thursday, July 10
The Metropolitan Council approved a total of $2.5 million for the Local Housing Incentives Account (LHIA). These grant dollars are available in the multifamily deferred pool of financing in the 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1. Only projects located in participating cities that have enrolled in the Metropolitan Council’s Livable Communities Act program are eligible for these funds.
LHIA funds may be awarded without Minnesota Housing funding. However, a complete 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 Application must be submitted to be considered. Applications are available in the Multifamily Customer Portal, and are due by noon Central Time on Thursday, July 10.
More information about the program, including how to apply, matching requirements, eligible uses, and more can be found on the Metropolitan Council’s Local Housing Incentives Account webpage, on Minnesota Housing’s Multifamily Consolidated Request for Proposals/Housing Tax Credit Funding Rounds webpage, and in our March 20 eNews.
Questions?
Visit the Metropolitan Council’s Local Housing Incentives Account webpage or contact Emily Seddon, Senior Planner, at emily.seddon@metc.state.mn.us.
Apply for Funding through the Multifamily Customer Portal
All 2025 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2026 HTC Round 1 applicants must apply for funding through the Multifamily Customer Portal. To learn more about the Multifamily Customer Portal and to request a user account, visit our Multifamily Customer Portal Resources webpage.
The following is available in the Multifamily Customer Portal:
- HUD Section 811 PRA Program pre-application checklist
- ICT pre-application checklist, which is the ICT Narrative
- Application forms and checklists
- Scoring Wizard
- Funding partner application for Metropolitan Council’s Local Housing Incentives Account (LHIA) funds
Shopping for a First Mortgage or Thinking About Refinancing?
 Minnesota Housing wants to work with you on all your multifamily first mortgage needs! Our Low and Moderate Income Rental (LMIR) first mortgages have terms up to 40 years for new construction or 35 years for rehabilitation or refinance. Our first mortgages are available year-round.
View our current interest rates and terms to learn more about what we offer.
Questions?
Contact Mike Tobias at michael.tobias@state.mn.us.
About Minnesota Housing
Minnesota Housing, the state’s housing finance agency, works to provide access to safe, stable and accessible housing Minnesotans can afford in a community of their choice. In 2024, the Agency distributed $1.96 billion in resources and served 73,650 households. Visit our website to learn more.
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