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Affordable Housing

Council is committed to addressing housing stress in the community and meeting the growing need for affordable housing within the Shire. Affordable housing is more than just a roof over one’s head. It is a cornerstone of a vibrant and inclusive community. Ensuring access to affordable housing means that families can thrive without the constant worry of making ends meet. It allows residents to live closer to their workplaces, schools, and essential services, fostering a sense of belonging and stability.

Whilst the issue requires a coordinated response by all levels of government, local government can assist by maintaining a steady supply of homes to meet demand, promoting housing diversity, requiring affordable rental housing in perpetuity and levying contributions to be collected for affordable housing.

Relevant policies and strategies can be viewed below.

This Strategy provides a pathway to reduce housing stress in Hornsby Shire by identifying planning, facilitation, and advocacy initiatives for Council to assist grow the stock of affordable housing across the Shire.
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Hornsby Affordable Housing Strategy
This Scheme permits the collection of development contributions for the delivery of affordable housing within the Hornsby Town Centre.
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Hornsby Precinct Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme
The 2018 Hornsby Affordable Housing Discussion Paper explores options for how local government can assist with housing affordability.
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Affordable Housing Discussion Paper
Contribution rates for the Scheme are updated quarterly and can be found here.
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Affordable Housing Contribution Rates
The Hornsby Local Housing Strategy helps to address population growth and plan for our Shire’s future.
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Hornsby Local Housing Strategy