Ransom County

Office location: 112 1st St NE, Ashley, ND 58413

Mailing address: PO Box 5, Ashley, ND 58413

Hours: By appointment only

Phone: 701-252-1098

Fax: 701-252-7735

Email: office@greatplainsha.com

Map of North Dakota showing Ransom County location

Housing Choice Voucher Waiting list

The housing authority currently has a waiting list that runs several months, depending on the need and funding available.

In order to help those in great need, the housing authority implemented preferences.  Once your application has been processed you will receive a letter stating that you have been placed on the waiting list according to our local preferences which are:

WAITING LIST PREFERENCES

Applicants must choose a waiting list preference by checking a box, and provide the requested documentation.  Please read the required documents list, and provide the documents when submitting an application.  The applicant’s waiting list preference is set at the time of application, and will not be changed after the application is processed.

Victims of Domestic Violence

Documentation required: Victims must sign a confidentiality release and/or provide a letter from a domestic violence center stating the center worked with the applicant.  The housing authority will also check police records regarding the applicant to ensure information is accurate.

Households residing within Ransom County (processed in the following order and by date applied)

  • Elderly and disabled households
  • Families with minor children
  • Singles & couples

Applicants must provide documentation demonstrating residency in Ransom County.  Documents must show a current address (PO Box addresses not accepted).  Acceptable documents include pay stubs, utility bills, lease, cell phone or phone bills, or a notarized letter demonstrating established residence.

Non-residents of Ransom County (processed in the following order and by date applied)

  • Elderly and disabled households
  • Families with minor children
  • Singles & couples

Ransom County income limits

# personsVery low income
137,500
242,850
348,200
453,550
557,850
662,150
766,450
870,700
HUD set income limits for housing assistance programs. Effective May 1, 2026.

Ransom County Payment Standard limits

Size (bedroom)Amount
0852
1858
21107
31435
41875
Payment standard is the rent plus tenant responsible utilities. Rates starting January 1, 2026, for new, moves, and annual clients.