Building Community Support for Community Housing

 
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2. Why do some people oppose affordable housing?

B. Some don’t understand why it is important…

Housing affordability is one of the most serious issues facing Sydney and many regional areas. There are very few areas in Sydney, and in an increasing number of regions, where anyone on a very low, low or moderate income can afford to rent or buy.

Understanding the relative affordability of housing in your local area, and presenting this information to decision makers and your community is an important step in building support for your development.

Highlighting the fact that people from all walks of life and diverse ages live in affordable housing is also important. Providing examples of the way that affordable housing can change lives and build communities can also help win support. You might find some of these case studies from the research useful, or you may prefer to use some of your own.       

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RESOURCES

FACT SHEET
The following Fact Sheet is ready for you to download and adapt for your organisation’s own use.
FACT SHEET: Understanding Affordable Housing Needs
TOOL
This Tool provides data tables and maps for the 152 NSW LGAs to assist in understanding relative affordable housing need
TOOL: Affordable Housing Need Profiles by LGA (Maps & Tables)
CASE STUDIES
TENANT CASE STUDY:
How Community Housing changed my life
TENANT CASE STUDY: How Community Housing Supports Local Workers and the Local Economy
TENANT CASE STUDY: How Community Housing will help create a better life for my children
TENANT CASE STUDY: How Community Housing helped me to keep a roof over my head in a community where I am supported
TENANT CASE STUDY: How Community Housing helps me to survive on a pension and stay in my community
TENANT CASE STUDY: How Community Housing has enabled me to escape domestic violence and complete my education