This constant refrain from Victorian Government spokespeople comes whenever questioned about the challenges facing new housing development in the State.
Does anyone know which levers have actually been pulled? Perhaps these spokespeople could be more specific. Whatever they may be, they certainly haven't pulled ones that make any difference.
Here are some levers that could be pulled immediately to improve housing supply and delivery: • tax and charge reductions/reform (instead of just increases – land tax, stamp duty, building permit fees, building insurances) • streamlining #planning processes – simply holding authorities to account on timeframes and acting reasonably would be a good start • investing in enabling infrastructure and #PSPs for #greenfields • unlock/rezone development-ready land in middle ring and regional areas- especially where minimal government funding is needed • call in and shepherd major projects through rapid approval processes (without further cost imposts, a la affordable housing contributions for DFU) – especially where there are willing developers that can deliver more attainable housing • go ahead and hire that Housing Supremo
❓Can anyone point to a material change that has been made in the last 12 months which has improved housing supply in Victoria?
P.S. always amusing when the justification given is "at least we aren't as bad as NSW". Missing the point, much?