The latest Report on Government Services (RoGs) has shown improvement in public housing growth and housing outcomes for people experiencing homelessness in the ACT.
Minister for Housing, Yvette Berry said the 2020 Report on Government Services reflected the progress of the ACT Housing Strategy and public housing Growth and Renewal Program.
“The government is conscious that there remains unmet need for accommodation in the ACT which is why we have directed such a large investment towards building more homes for public housing,” Ms Berry said.
She said a key priority of the Growth and Renewal Program was to ensure that tenants are in housing that better suit their individual needs and circumstances.
“These 1,200 new homes will be delivered over the next five years and provides tenants with a home that meet their changing needs, are adaptable and suitable for people with a disability or to age in place, and cheaper to heat and cool with an energy efficient design and new appliances,” Ms Berry said.
The report found that in 2018-19, 100 per cent of new public housing allocations (compared to 76.4 per cent nationally) and 90 per cent of community housing allocations (compared to 65.7 per cent nationally) were made to households in greatest need.
“These results reflect our continued focus of providing social housing to those who need it most,” Ms Berry said.
“This includes people experiencing homelessness and domestic violence, people in unhealthy and inappropriate living conditions and those struggling with housing costs in the private market,” she said.
