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What the ACT Government is doing
More people are choosing Canberra as the place to live, work and raise a family. But as our city grows, so does the need for more housing – whether you’re renting, buying your first home, or looking for a safe and secure place to stay.
This means building more homes close to jobs and public transport, strengthening social and affordable housing, and shaping new communities that are sustainable, inclusive and connected.
To meet Canberrans’ housing needs at every stage of life, the ACT Government is enabling 30,000 more homes and delivering 5,000 additional public, community and affordable rental dwellings in Canberra by the end of 2030.
Building for a growing city
Canberra is growing, and housing needs to grow with it. The ACT Government is releasing land, partnering with the construction industry, and working with the Australian Government to deliver more homes and diverse housing options. Together, we’re making housing more affordable, accessible, and sustainable – so every Canberran can find a place to call home.
Building more homes
As demand for housing rises, we’re taking action to keep pace. This includes releasing land strategically, reforming planning processes, supporting apprentices and trainees in building trades, and partnering with developers and community housing providers to deliver new projects.
Through strong collaboration with industry and the Commonwealth under the National Housing Accord, we’re boosting supply and affordability – ensuring more homes for a growing Canberra.
If you’re a developer or community housing provider, check land release and development opportunities.
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Expanding housing options for every stage of life
The ACT Government is expanding diverse, accessible, and sustainable housing options – because every Canberran deserves a home that suits their lifestyle and budget.
Missing middle support
Canberra needs more diverse housing options – especially medium-density homes in established suburbs. We’re enabling well-designed, sustainable and affordable housing through demonstration projects and sustainable, accessible homes in new suburbs. This will give people more choice in where and how they live.
If you want to learn more about the changes to allow more housing choice, read about the missing middle housing reforms.
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Making housing more secure and affordable
The ACT Government is expanding diverse, accessible, and sustainable housing options – because every Canberran deserves a home that suits their lifestyle and budget.
Improving rental housing
Affordable rentals are in short supply, and renters need greater protections. We’re expanding affordable rental options, encouraging Build-to-Rent developments, and strengthening tenancy laws. This gives renters more stability, security and affordability.
If you're looking for help with renting, check our support for renters.
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Supporting home ownership
Many Canberrans want to buy a home but face high costs and limited supply. We’re helping more people enter the market through programs such as shared equity, land rent and stamp duty concessions.
If you're looking for help to buy a home, check our support for home buyers.
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Supporting those who need it most
The ACT Government is making housing more accessible for those who need it most – investing in social housing and essential services to give low-income and disadvantaged Canberrans the stability, opportunity, and safe place they deserve to build their lives.
Reducing homelessness
Many Canberrans are at risk of homelessness or without a safe place to live. We're acting now to provide crisis accommodation and support – while building long-term pathways to secure housing and stability.
If you're experiencing homelessness, you can get help to find a place to stay and plan for the long term.
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Renewing and growing social housing
Low-income and disadvantaged Canberrans often struggle to access housing through the private market. We’re delivering 5,000 new public, community and affordable rental homes by 2030, and upgrading older properties to meet modern standards.
If you're struggling to afford a place to live, check if you can apply for public or community housing.