HOME American Rescue Plan Program Application Checklist
Last Updated: January 2026
Instructions
The HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME ARP) Program Request for Proposals (RFP) uses a combination of existing and modified application materials from the 2025-2026 Multifamily Consolidated RFP funding rounds. Certain application components remain unchanged and are identified with an asterisk (*) in the list provided below.
Applicants may resubmit these unchanged materials for consideration under the HOME ARP funding round, provided that the information contained therein remains accurate, current, and valid. In addition, applicants are strongly encouraged to review all previously submitted materials and make any necessary updates to ensure full compliance with HOME ARP Program requirements and priorities.
If the applicant intends to apply for deferred funding using a 4% Housing Tax Credit structure, all applicable documents listed under the Housing Tax Credit section of this checklist must also be completed and submitted as part of the application package.
Applicants may start uploading application materials once their entire application package is ready to submit. Applicants must use the required application forms and include all the required information and documentation. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and concise in the presentation of information. See the HOME ARP RFP Standards for additional submission information.
The naming convention for application items submitted via the Secure Upload Tool should be:
	Applicant name_Project Name_Name of Document
	Example: ABC Org_123 Project_HOME ARP Rental Housing Narrative
General
This section includes checklist items that are required for all applications. An incomplete and/or nonsubmittal of the following may result in ineligibility or incomplete application.
1.	 HOME ARP Certification
2.	 Qualification of Service Provider*
3.	 Organizational Chart
4.	 2025 Multifamily Application Workbook – For additional guidance refer to the Workbook Troubleshooting Instructions and the2025 Workbook Release Notes
5.	 HOME ARP Rental Housing Narrative
6.	 Evidence of Site Control
7.	 Site Boundary Map
8.	 Photographs of the Site at Application
9.	 Wage Theft Disclosure Certification*
10.	 Wage Theft Prevention Verification Form*
11.	 Prevailing Wage Certification*
12.	 Environmental Issues Certification*
13.	 Rental Assistance Payment Standards
14.	 Utility Allowance Information*
15.	 Utility Allowance Certification*
16.	 HOME ARP Scoresheet
17.	 HOME ARP Supportive Housing Narrative
18.	 Supportive housing funding documentation (for example, commitment letters, grant agreements, Housing Support commitment letters, developer/owner commitments)
19.	 HOME ARP Notification of CoC Form
20.	 Construction Cost Estimate
21.	 Preliminary Architectural/Construction Requirements* – for additional guidance refer to the 2025-26 Rental Housing Design/Construction Standards (RHD/CS), the 2025-26 Architect’s Guide, and the 2025-26 Contractor’s Guide
22.	 Universal Design Worksheet*
23.	 Multifamily Intended Methods Worksheet*
New Construction
1.	 New Construction Comparable Property Form*
Moderate or Substantial Rehabilitation and/or Adaptive Reuse
1.	 Physical or Capital Needs Assessment*
2.	 Rent Roll (tenant names redacted)
3.	 Tenant Relocation Plan
a.	 URA General Information Notice (GIN) for Displaced Tenants*
b.	 URA General Information Notice (GIN) for Non-Displaced Tenants*
4.	 Three Years of Audited Financials (existing properties)
Capitalized Operating Cost Assistance Reserve
If applying for HOME ARP COCAR, you must also submit all required documents listed under this section.
1.	 HOME ARP Capitalized Operating Cost Assistance Reserve Calculation Tool
2.	 HOME ARP Operating Cost Assistance COCAR Narrative
Housing Tax Credits
If applying for deferred funding with a 4% tax credit structure, you must also submit all required documents listed under this section.
1.	 Average Income Test Rent and Income Grid*
2.	 Bond Test Analysis*
3.	 Compliance with the IRS 10-Year Rule (for acquisition of existing buildings)
4.	 Existing Loan and Tax Credit Documents
5.	 Eventual Tenant Ownership
6.	 Housing Tax Credit Section 42 Certification*
7.	 Local HRA/PHA Notice and Agreement Form*
8.	 Notification of Local Official
9.	 QCT, DDA, and State Basis Boost
10.	 Syndicator/Investor Letter of Intent
11.	 Request for On-Site/Employee Unit (and Treatment of Common Space Unit)*
Scoring
In addition to the application materials above, the following supporting documentation may also be required for claiming points.
General:
1.	 Black, Indigenous, People of Color-owned Business Enterprises or Women-owned Business Enterprises Qualification Form
2.	 Universal Design Worksheet*
3.	 Commitment letters
Workforce Housing Communities:
1.	 Documentation of Individual Employer growth
Transit and Walkability:
1.	 Documentation for route deviation or dial-a-ride service
2.	 Transit provider letter or confirmation (for planned stops or demand response)
3.	 Location map or evidence of transit stop proximity
4.	 Walk Score screenshot from walkscore.com
Enhanced Sustainability:
1.	 Multifamily Intended Methods Worksheet
Local Actions to Support Housing:
1.	 Local Actions to Support Housing Certification Form
Multifamily Workbook
Complete and submit the 2025 Multifamily Workbook in Excel format with your HOME ARP application. Minnesota Housing will use the primary Workbook uploaded for consistency and will cross-check all scoring documentation narratives against it. Ensure the rent grid accurately reflects the correct rent limits, income limits, and source of rental assistance or operating assistance. The unit counts and rent limits in the Workbook must align with the HOME ARP Scoresheet. Discrepancies may result in point reductions. Pay close attention to unit types (total vs QP units) and confirm that monthly gross rents, including tenant-paid utilities, comply with published HOME ARP limits. Commitment documentation must match the amounts shown in the Workbook and be current, project specific, and fully executed
Self-Scoring Worksheet and Scoresheet
Submit the HOME ARP Scoresheet to claim points as outlined in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet. Minnesota Housing will use the HOME ARP Scoresheet and required supporting documentation to evaluate applications for HOME ARP funds. Applicants must self-score using the Scoresheet and provide all required supporting documentation as indicated in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet.
HOME ARP Funding Selection Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate how their project meets Minnesota Housing’s priorities for serving Qualifying Populations. Points are awarded based on the key areas, as described in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet:
•	Experience developing housing for Qualifying Populations
•	Experience owning and operating housing units restricted for occupancy for any of the Qualifying Populations
•	Tenant selection preference for households experiencing homelessness for all HOME ARP Qualifying Population Units
•	Inclusion of a supportive housing model in the proposed project
Applicants should indicate the applicable criteria in the HOME ARP Scoresheet and provide requisite supporting documentation, including the Multifamily Workbook, Rental Housing Narrative, and supportive housing funding documentation from the funding source.
Funding source documentation includes, but is not limited to:
•	Commitment letters
•	Grant agreements
•	A Housing Support Funding Commitment Letter
•	Housing Stabilization Services enrollment confirmation
•	Developer/owner funding commitment
Applicants should also describe the scale of similar projects compared to their proposed HOME ARP project in the HOME ARP Scoresheet, demonstrating experience in operating properties with units designated at least one Qualifying Population.
Evidence of Site Control
As required by HOME ARP, applicants must submit acceptable evidence of site control, such as:
•	Deed or use restriction
•	Lien on real property
•	A covenant running with the land or
•	A recorded agreement restricting the use of the property
Evidence of Secured and Proposed Leveraged Funds
Applicants must demonstrate the availability and provide documentation of all secured, proposed, and existing permanent capital funding sources, as well as other contributions and intermediary costs, by providing the following:
•	Financial Readiness to Proceed/Leveraged Funds checklist
•	Evidence of all permanent commitments (proposed, secured, or existing) with supporting documentation
•	Written documentation for other contributions as indicated above
•	Disclosure of intermediary (third-party) costs (with additional documentation for unusually large costs if requested)
•	Commitment from Climate Programs (if applicable)
•	Evidence of Site Control (if submitting a purchase agreement for secure upload)
Increasing Housing Choice
Applicants must demonstrate how HOME ARP Rental Housing units will meet Minnesota Housing’s selection criteria for increasing housing options as described below:
•	Access to more affordable housing: Projects in communities with a low share of affordable housing or a high share of cost-burdened renters are eligible for points based on the location tier as described in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet
•	Workforce Housing Communities: Projects in or near cities/townships with significant job centers, job growth, or long workforce commutes receive points. Applicants must submit the Workforce Housing Communities Form.
o	For Individual Employer Growth claims, submit a letter from an authorized employer representative.
•	Transit and Walkability: Projects in areas with access to transit (fixed route, demand response) and/or walkable amenities are scored based on proximity and walk score. Applicants must submit transit and walkability documentation as applicable.
•	Rural/Tribal Designated Areas: Projects located in rural or tribal designated areas outside the Metropolitan Area, scored by tier, as described in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet
•	BIPOCBE/WBE: Projects involving business entities owned or led by Black, Indigenous, People of Color, or women are eligible for points. Applicants must provide documentation demonstrating that the entity meets the definition.
Scattered-site note: At least 51% of total units must meet the selection criteria area as described above. See the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet for further details.
Building and Construction Characteristics
All Applicants claiming the selection criteria below must demonstrate that the project incorporates design and construction features that meet all applicable preliminary architectural/construction requirements.
•	Required documentation for Projects claiming the Universal Design criterion, ensuring accessibility and usability for all residents:
o	Universal Design Worksheet
•	Required documentation for Projects claiming the Enhanced Sustainability Measures selection criterion, such as meeting Enterprise Green Communities criteria or other alternative performance pathways described in the HOME ARP Self-Scoring Worksheet:
o	Universal Design Worksheet
o	The applicant must complete the “How Criteria Will Be Implemented” column within the applicable year’s Multifamily Intended Methods Worksheet along with an explanation for how each Optional Criteria point and alternative building performance pathway (Tier 3 and 4) will be implemented.
•	Required documentation for Projects claiming the Local Actions to Support Housing selection criterion, where applicants must demonstrate that the project is supported by local actions that reduce barriers to affordable housing development
o	Local Actions to Support Housing Certification