Ararat Rural City Council is pleased to announce a new project that is set to significantly boost the region's affordable housing supply.
Council has secured $7.3 million from the Federal Government, under its Housing Support Program, to build crucial enabling infrastructure that will support the development of up to 90 new homes in Ararat.
Located at the former Prestige Fabric Mill site on Queen Street in Ararat, the project will focus on housing affordability, with 70 percent of the new dwellings allocated for social, community, and affordable housing.
The project will include essential upgrades to roads, drainage, pathways, streetlights, and utilities.
Demolition works have previously been carried out at the site by a licensed contractor, including works to safely remove asbestos. These works were conducted in close collaboration with WorkSafe Victoria, ensuring the demolition was managed safely and without risk to the community or nearby properties.
"Our region is facing a persistent housing shortage that needs action to ensure the longevity of our local economy and the sustainability of our community," says Ararat Rural City Council CEO, Dr Tim Harrison.
"Council is focused on the future. We're actively working to attract development that will create jobs and drive investment in our region, benefiting our local businesses, industries and our residents."
