CHIA MR: welcomes approval of 800 new social and affordable homes

CHIA is delighted to note Housing Australia’s announcement that 800 social and affordable homes have got the green light.

The approval of the first 12 project contracts under Funding Round One of the Federal Government’s Housing Australia Future Fund Facility (HAFFF) and National Housing Accord Facility (NHAF) will enable community housing organisations to deliver more than 240 social and 570 affordable rental homes.

“Understandably, people are eager to see results on the ground, so we’re thrilled to see the first projects underway with many of these homes set to complete this year.” CHIA CEO Wendy Hayhurst said.
“Figures released just today show more than 37,000 Australians are experiencing persistent homelessness. This is yet another reminder that homes like this are urgently needed. ”

The announcement comes as part of the first round of the Federal Government’s commitment to deliver 40,000 social and affordable dwellings by 2029-30.

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