2023-02-03
The ACT Government’s policy framework to deliver more housing in the ACT will be overseen by a new Office of the Coordinator General for Housing to be based in the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.
Quotes attributable to ACT Attorney-General, Shane Rattenbury:
The Rent Relief Fund will provide financial assistance to members of our community experiencing either rental stress or severe financial hardship. The fund will provide grants of up to $2500, alleviating some of the hardship households may be experiencing.
Applicants approved under the Fund will also be offered support services where appropriate to help them manage their tenancies over the long term.
Rental stress is a major factor impacting the wellbeing of many Canberrans. The Rent Relief Fund is just one way we’re supporting Canberrans in need. The stress of worrying whether you’ll have a roof over your head is something that no one should have to feel.
Read the full release at: https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/rattenbury/2023/coordinator-general-to-oversee-improving-housing-access,-affordability-and-choice