The Miles Labor Government in Queensland has unveiled a housing plan, including measures to increase access to land and encourage housing development, including social and affordable housing.
They will invest $350 million in a state-wide infrastructure fund to stimulate private market-feasible infill development.
A Ground Lease Model pilot will be introduced to unlock more social and affordable housing on surplus government land.
LGAQ CEO Alison Smith responded to the State Government housing plan, stating that Queensland councils have proposed solutions to the housing crisis and are eager to see the details of the government’s plan.
She welcomed infrastructure charges relief but called for more assistance, including relief for greenfield development charges.
The LGAQ supports inclusionary zoning pilots but opposes a mandatory approach.