About Housing Choice Vouchers

The Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) Program (formerly known as Section 8), administered by the Albert Lea Housing & Redevelopment Authority (ALHRA), represents a vital federal initiative designed to assist very low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Following HUD rules and regulations, this program empowers eligible participants to secure quality, safe, and sanitary housing within the private market. Participants are free to choose their own homes, be it apartments, townhouses, or single-family houses, provided these meet the program’s specific criteria.

A unique feature of the HCV program is its mobility aspect, allowing participants to look for suitable housing anywhere in the City of Albert Lea, thereby not limiting them to specific areas or housing types. This flexibility underscores the program’s commitment to accommodating the diverse needs and preferences of its beneficiaries.

Currently, the ALHRA oversees assistance for 155 housing units across Freeborn County. Interested applicants can obtain more information and apply for the HCV program at the ALHRA office, located at 800 S 4th Avenue, Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007.