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Moorhead Agency Considers Selling Aging Housing Complex
Moorhead Public Housing Agency weighs selling River View Heights complex due to aging infrastructure and repair costs.
In brief
Moorhead Public Housing Agency weighs selling River View Heights complex due to aging infrastructure and repair costs. Moorhead Public Housing Agency plans to sell River View Heights housing complex after $18 million in repairs are deemed unaffordable. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
River View Heights Faces Selling Consideration
Moorhead Public Housing Agency says River View Heights has maintenance and operational issues requiring $18 million in repairs.
“I figured it was coming. I’ve been there for 13 years. I’ve seen a lot of the damages, the fires, the water damage, the elevators being down.”
MPHA Plans Relocation Assistance for Residents
MPHA will submit a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development application for relocation help and comparable housing options.
Residents Express Concerns About Change
Residents worry about losing housing after years of homelessness and uncertainty about the future of their property.
“They come and talk to us and let us know piece by piece which is good because it’s hard to not know what’s going to happen.”
Relocation Timeline Set for 2026-2027
MPHA aims to submit Section 18 application to HUD by December 2026, with relocation starting in June 2027.
Public Comment Period Ends November 12
MPHA holds public meetings through November 12 to gather resident input before finalizing the River View Heights sale decision.
The main idea
Moorhead Public Housing Agency plans to sell River View Heights housing complex after $18 million in repairs are deemed unaffordable.
