Ararat's exciting new housing development at 87 Queen Street is powering ahead, marking a major step toward addressing the region's housing needs.
Ararat Rural City Council has now drafted a subdivision plan for the former Prestige Fabric Mill site, transforming it into a dynamic new neighbourhood that will offer a mix of homes for families, singles, couples, and retirees.
The draft subdivision plan, showing proposed roads, driveways, and utility connections can be viewed upon request, and any public feedback will be considered by Council officers before officially approving the plan.
In a major boost for the community, 70 per cent of the planned dwellings will be dedicated to affordable-by-design housing, ensuring a diverse and inclusive development for all residents.
Council secured a $7.3 million grant through the Federal Government's Housing Support Program to deliver essential infrastructure - including roads, footpaths, drainage, and utilities - helping fast-track the project and deliver around 90 much-needed new homes for Ararat.
"Council is pleased to be steadily progressing this crucial housing project for our region," said Mayor Cr Bob Sanders.
"In the current economic environment, this work would be particularly challenging without government support. We urgently need to get these houses built for our existing and future residents."
