6 August 2024

The Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) welcomes the Senate Economics Legislation Committee’s Inquiry into the proposed National Housing and Homelessness Plan Bill. Australia is currently facing major housing affordability and supply challenges which are placing large numbers of people into housing stress, insecurity, and homelessness. While all levels of governments have taken significant action to address housing supply, affordability, and the delivery of social and affordable housing, more needs to be done to improve housing outcomes for Australians.

We view the proposed legislation as an important mechanism to ensuring consistent policies that support the ambitions of a secure and sustainable housing future for all Australians and to ensure consistency of response and accountability for implementation. We agree with the proponents of this legislation that enshrining the Plan in law will enhance its standing and durability.

Read our full submission here.