THREE ageing social houses on Phillip Street, Raymond Terrace are to be transformed into 13 two-bedroom townhouses, supporting approximately 32 people to access affordable housing.
Following DA approval from Port Stephens Council, the project will be delivered by Hume Housing, through a $6million investment from the Federal Government through the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) and a $1.5million investment from the NSW Government.
Hume Housing Chief Executive Officer, Brad Braithwaite, welcomed the record investment from the Federal Government.
“For 30 years Hume Housing has been providing social and affordable housing in NSW and we are proud to deliver more options for people to access a safe, secure and affordable home.”
“We are committed to regional renewal and ensuring that the housing crisis is not forgotten in the regions – these projects are just the beginning.”
Member for Paterson Meryl Swanson said the HAFF is a “smart, long-term policy that supports both social and economic resilience right here in Raymond Terrace.”
The region’s State MP, Kate Washington, said Port Stephens “desperately needs more social and affordable housing”.
“Seeing progress on this project is very exciting,” Ms Washington said.
Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson said the DA approval was a significant milestone in Council’s Local Housing Strategy and Housing Supply Plan.
“We want to make sure we have diverse and affordable housing options across Port Stephens and everyone has a place to call home – whether they are health, aged care or hospitality workers wanting to live close to work, a family raising young children or residents looking to downsize as they grow older.”
Construction is set to commence later this year.
