Plan for More Housing

The Tablelands Local Housing Action Plan was endorsed at last week’s ordinary Council meeting and Mayor Rod Marti believes it is another positive step towards delivering more housing, in particular social and affordable homes, and better services to vulnerable Tablelanders.

‘Having a roof over your head is not an unreasonable expectation and working to make more housing available for homeless and vulnerable people in our community is crucial.

‘Our Local Housing Action Plan identifies four focus areas and 40 actions targeted to address significant housing challenges in the Tablelands Region.

‘It looks to meet the housing needs of our growing region and, for those who need it most, improves the planning framework’s response to housing supply challenges and ensures our investment incentives support the delivery of housing.

‘Ensuring there’s a workforce for major construction is also addressed, as is improved communication and collaboration between government and stakeholders and capacity-building of the community.

‘I’m really proud of this document that we’ve produced in conjunction with the Queensland Government, Local Government Association of Queensland and key local stakeholders, and look forward to working with them and the community to progress the actions.

‘Available and accessible housing provides stability and safety for vulnerable people, which are fundamental in rebuilding lives and improving wellbeing, as well as alleviating the social and economic costs associated with homelessness,’ Mayor Marti said.