Publicly Owned Housing Program (POHP)

• POHP Due Diligence Checklists
  • Construction Loan Due Diligence Checklist  RTF Format | PDF
  • End Loan Due Diligence Checklist  RTF Format | PDF
• W-9 Form
• EFT Form
• Limited Scope Project Sustainability Requirements
• Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration RTF Format | PDF
• Minnesota Housing Certification of Bylaws
• Form of Architect of Record Opinion Letter – POHP Program use only
• Proof of Payment Form

• B3 Guidelines Website
• Borrowing Resolution Requirement
• State of Minnesota Predesign Manual
• Tenant Selection Plan (TSP) Guidelines – Although a Tenant Selection Plan is not a requirement for the POHP, Minnesota Housing encourages providers to follow these guidelines when developing a TSP for a property. The Tenant Selection Plan Guidelines webpage has additional resources to aid in developing a TSP.
• Request for Funds Process Description

• 2021 POHP Program Guide

The following forms and systems will be used once construction has started and funding requests or changes in activity are required.

• Proof of Payment Form
• Request for Action and Change Notifications
• Request for Funds Process Description

• PORT – Compatible with Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome
• PORT User Guide
• Designation of Owner's Account Administrator (OAA) Form

• PORT Tutorial – Overview of the authorized users and funding sources monitored within PORT. View the presentation slides.
• Owner Login – How to log in and general navigation information.
• OAA and Management Accounts Tutorial – Overview of Owner’s Account Administrator (OAA), management account, and site management account. View the presentation slides.

The following training videos apply to projects that have been selected for funding. These videos describe how to manage your project’s documentation through the Multifamily Customer Portal (Portal):

• Work on a Selected Project – How to work on projects after selection. This tutorial includes an overview of features available on a project.
• Due Diligence Checklists – How to access due diligence checklists, upload files, and communicate using chatter.
• Project Documents – How to locate letters and agreements shared by Minnesota Housing, download files, and communicate using chatter.
• Training for Selected POHP Applicants – How to navigate Portal as it relates to the POHP due diligence process. (Webinar recording, August 1, 2024)

For questions or additional assistance, contact Cheryl Rivinius at 651.296.3705 or cheryl.rivinius@state.mn.us.

The POHP team held an informational session during the Fall 2023 NAHRO conference providing an overview of upcoming funding rounds and an introduction to the application process. The first round will be a traditional POHP funding round with the RFP released January 8, 2024. Potential applicants are encouraged to contact POHP staff with questions regarding their projects and schedule a technical assistance meeting. To schedule your technical assistance meeting, contact Cheryl Rivinius at cheryl.rivinius@state.mn.us or 651.296.3705

Review the information presented at the Fall 2023 NAHRO Conference - Presentation Slides

Applicants must submit the application and all other required materials using the secure PORTAL system.

• RFP Application Checklist
• Application Instructions
• Narrative and Certifications
• Workbook
• Applicant Certification of Known Environmental Conditions
• Frequently Asked Questions

• 2024 Publicly Owned Housing Program (POHP) Guide
• B3 Guidelines Website
• State of Minnesota Predesign Manual
• Tenant Selection Plan (TSP) Guidelines  - Although a Tenant Selection Plan is not a requirement for POHP, Minnesota Housing encourages providers to follow these guidelines when developing a TSP for a property. The Tenant Selection Plan webpage has additional resources to aid in developing a TSP.
• 2024 POHP Scores

• 2021 POHP Program Guide
• 2018 POHP Program Guide
• 2017 POHP Program Guide