Publicly Owned Housing Program (POHP)

For information regarding the Multifamily Customer Portal, these videos will describe how to set up an account, how to log-in and how to update submitted materials.

Application

• Getting Started –  Get started in the Portal including how to request a user account and log in. 
• Apply for Funding –  Find open funding rounds, create a project using the Apply for Funding Wizard and request project team access. 
• Project Checklists – Select project characteristics, manage checklist items, and submit a checklist.
• Portal Training for POHP Applicants - Webinar recording from January 29, 2024.

Post-Selection

• Work on a Selected Project - Work on projects after selection. This tutorial includes an overview of features available on a project.
• Due Diligence Checklists - Access due diligence checklists, upload files, and communicate using chatter
• Project Documents - Locate letters and agreements shared by Minnesota Housing, download files, and communicate using chatter.

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

All 2024 POHP applicants were required to arrange a technical assistance meeting with POHP program staff.  For more information regarding scheduling a Technical Assistance meeting, contact cheryl.rivinius@state.mn.us or 651.296.3705.

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

Forms

• POHP Due Diligence Checklists
  • Construction Loan Due Diligence Checklist
  • End Loan Due Diligence Checklist
• W-9 Form
• EFT Form
• Limited Scope Project Sustainability Requirements
• Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
• Minnesota Housing Certification of Bylaws
• Form of Architect of Record Opinion Letter
• Proof of Payment Form

Resources

• Borrowing Resolution Requirement
• Request for Funds Process Description

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

PORT

• PORT (Compatible with Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.)
• PORT User Guide
• Designation of OAA Form

PORT Trainings

• Introduction to PORT Tutorial (4:40) |  Slides [PDF]
• Owner Login Tutorial - (8:28)
• OAA and Management Account Tutorial (8:17) | Slides [PDF]