Our 20-year vision
NSW will have housing that supports security, comfort, independence and choice for all people at all stages of their lives.
Housing needs change over the course of our lives, reflecting our different aspirations and lifestyles, as well the economic, environmental and social conditions of the day. All of these factors play a part in influencing our housing choices and the decisions we make and, in turn, the way we plan for and shape the character of our communities.
What was expected of housing in Australia 50 years ago is significantly different from the needs, preferences and community expectations of housing today. People can find the right type of housing through both renting and owning a home. As future generations continue to enter the housing market, there will continue to be demand for new and alternative types of housing.
People are at the heart of our vision. Access to safe and secure housing is a basic human right. We know that good housing benefits everyone—from individuals to households, communities and the economy.
When we live in a home we can afford and feel comfortable in, where we can easily access school or work, we feel safer and part of the community that surrounds us.
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NSW housing system pillars
The vision is reflected in the four pillars of supply, diversity, affordability and resilience of housing.
Housing is a key contributor to individual and community economic, health and social wellbeing. Simply providing additional housing is not enough. People’s circumstances, lifestyle and culture influence their needs, and where and how they choose to live is about more than just the dwelling itself.
The future of NSW housing is to provide the right type of housing in the right locations, relative to infrastructure, the market, social health and environmental factors. Action in one pillar may influence others and together, they will contribute to improved economic, health and social wellbeing outcomes for the people of NSW.
Includes amount, location and timing of the supply of new housing. Planning for the supply of new housing should respond to environment, employment and investment considerations, and population dynamics.
Considers different types of housing and looks at how a diverse choice of housing can reflect the needs and preferences of households.
Recognises people live in diverse tenures based on their income and circumstances, and that housing should be affordable, stable and supportive of their aspirations and wellbeing.
Includes matching housing to community and environmental issues, so people, communities and their homes are safe, comfortable and resilient.