Victoria Invests $10 Million In Social Housing For Vulnerable Women And Families
The Brumby Labor Government has cleared the path for a $10 million social housing development in Dickson Street, Sunshine, which will provide homes for vulnerable women and families in need.
Planning Minister Justin Madden has approved the housing development saying it would be of great benefit to the community.
“The Brumby Labor Government recognises the need for more affordable housing in areas of high demand across Victoria,’’ Mr Madden said.
“This decision will now benefit 30 families and create jobs.’’
The new housing will be funded by the Federal Government’s Nation Building and Economic Stimulus Plan.
The streamlined planning process for social housing projects has ensured Victoria will secure $1.2 billion in Commonwealth funding through the Nation Building and Economic Stimulus, providing 4500 new Victorian social housing dwellings.
Under the proposal 30 two-storey two bedroom townhouses specifically designed to cater for couples, families and single mothers and their children.
Housing Minister Richard Wynne said the homes would be managed by specialist housing provider Women’s Housing Limited, in partnership with the RSL.
“This development will house women already living in the local community who want to remain close to their family, friends and work,” Mr Wynne said.
“Affordable housing in this area is in high demand and while we have increased affordable housing stocks in the area significantly there is still more to be done.
“It is important that as a community we support our most vulnerable neighbours and through this project and the ongoing assistance from Women’s Housing Limited, these tenants will have good quality housing that is well located, close to opportunities and employment.”
Mr Madden said Brumby Labor Government planning reforms were making a real difference to the women and families in need of housing assistance in these tough global economic times.
“Work will begin shortly so families will able to move into these fantastic affordable homes sooner,’’ he said.
Topics: affordable housing, Australia, economic stimulus, Economy, employment, families, federal government, Governance, government, jobs, low income housing, Nation Building and Economic Stimulus, quality housing, social housing, Victoria, Victorian social housing dwellings, vulnerable women, Women’s Housing Limited
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