THE Victorian Government is calling on developers and landowners in Swan Hill to put forward developments or vacant land that can be turned into social housing.
Member for Northern Victoria Mark Gepp said the government was investing $80 million to address a critical shortage of housing in regional Victoria after rental market data showed housing affordability had fallen to its lowest level since 2000.
“This is an opportunity for landowners and builders to contribute to the future of their communities by growing the supply of housing and creating jobs under the government’s landmark $5.3 billion Big Housing Build,” Mr Gepp said.
“This round of funding will focus on purchasing new homes, house and land packages and developable land that is zoned for residential use.
“Strict guidelines for proposals will need to be addressed including proximity to retail, schools and transport.”
All Victorian regional areas will be considered, with a preference for the Swan Hill, Greater Shepparton and Mildura regions.
Landowners and developers are encouraged to partner with community housing providers, local government and other organisations to submit proposals to Homes Victoria.
They can tender more than one proposal, with submissions due on 2pm on October 7 through tenders.vic.gov.au.
