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Metropolitan Council staff outline 2026 community development, HRA budget; says state rent-assistance vouchers expected in 2026
Summary
Council staff presented the Community Development (CD) and Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) portions of the Metropolitan Council's 2026 operating budget, noting a new state rent-assistance program, anticipated HUD inspection rules, grant-funded staff, and potential federal shortfalls that may require Council direction later this year.
Metropolitan Council staff presented the 2026 operating budget for Community Development (CD) and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) on Aug. 20, outlining a mix of property tax, federal grants and reserves to support core programs and new initiatives.
At the meeting, a staff member identified only as Lisa said the HRA will deliver a new state rent-assistance program called Bring It Home and that "we expect those vouchers to be available in 2026." Lisa also said staff are incorporating more qualitative, people-centered data into program and policy work.
Council staff flagged two implementation pressures. First, they said HUD-directed regulations for home inspections under the INSPIRE guidance are expected soon; staff said the changes "will be a big…
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