HRA - Benson, MN

Special Features

Both Westwood Manor and Park View Manor have emergency call systems which will flash a red light outside the apartment and in the caretakers unit and also will sound a loud alarm in the event of a sudden illness or emergency.

O.K. Card System checked every morning by a resident on each floor to assure personal well-being.

Caretaker lives on-site.

A telephone security door system is used in each building to provide an added protection for the residents.

Grounds and buildings are well lighted for the safety of the tenants.

Elevators are used in each building.

Locked, secured mailboxes in each building.

Inexpensive laundry facilities are available and located in the buildings, as is a hair care area for the residents convenience.

Garbage is disposed of in refuse rooms in each building.

Admission Requirements

Basic Requirements
To be eligible for an apartment a person must meet certain requirements set by the federal government and the PHA.  A preference is given to those 62 years of age, handicapped or disabled.

Income Limit
Currently the annual income cannot be more than: $24,800 for a one person family; $28,350 for a two person family.  These limits are reviewed annually by HUD and adjusted accordingly.

Assets
There is no asset limit.  You could have assets of $200,000 and yet be eligible for an apartment.  A percentage of your assets are included as part of your annual income.

Rent
Rent is based on 30% of adjusted family income.  These adjustments are made for elderly, handicapped and disabled persons and for their medical expenses.  The cost for heat, water, sewer, and gas are included in the monthly rent.  Westwood Manor residents are given a utility allowance on their rent for the payment of their electricity.  Park View Manor residents rent includes the charge for electricity.

For more information and a brochure, contact:

Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Benson

300-13th St. N., Benson, MN 56215

Phone: 320-842-8481

TDD/Voice: 1-800-627-3529

Fax: 320-843-3018

Email: pvm7@willmar.com