Tailored and flexible
“How will the new funding work for CHPs.We’ve asked the community housing sector to move in new directions since the decision to open up IRRS and I know that kind of change can be unnerving. Here’s how I see the flexibility MSD now have in place for CHPs buying...Accessible Properties opens new homes in Christchurch
The organisation aims to provide quality housing to people with disabilities or on low incomes. The new homes include a mixture of one and two bedroom properties and are accessible. Features include being single story with wide hallways and fully accessible bathrooms....
November 26, 2015 Newsletter
November 26, 2015 NewsletterMSD admits shortage of emergency housing
When asked is there a national shortage of emergency housing MSD admitted there was and that there is a review underway. Hear the discussion on Radio New Zealand here.Improving fire safety requirements for supported housing
The project is one of 14 in the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s Fire Programme, which was launched in July 2015 and involves working in partnership with all in the sector to improve the effectiveness of the fire regulations. Each of the programme’s...Investment available for Māori housing
In the 2015-16 financial year the Network will invest $14.491 million into improving Māori housing circumstances, having taken responsibility for some funding from MBIE and with some increases in the May 2015 Budget. Read more about the network’s investment...Nine new special housing areas announced
This newest tranche of Special Housing Areas will bring the total number of SHAs established in Auckland to 106, with a long-term capacity of more than 48,000 new homes. Go here to read more.
New research on homeless from Citizens Advice Bureau
Their in-depth analysis of over 2000 client enquiries about emergency accommodation shows vulnerable families, pregnant women and children living in cars and garages, even after seeking assistance from the Ministry of Social Development and Housing New Zealand. Many...