- $120 million Infrastructure Development Fund reopened with $20 million in funding available to support housing projects
- Funding helps fund headwork costs including connections to power, water and sewerage
- Applications now open and close on 30 June 2027 or until funding is exhausted
- The IDF is part of the Cook Labor Government's efforts to ensure every Western Australian has a home
The Cook Labor Government is reopening Streams 1 and 2 of the $120 million Infrastructure Development Fund (IDF) as part of its ongoing measures to accelerate the delivery of new housing.
Up to $20 million will be available for projects in targeted infill locations through this funding round to help eligible apartment developments meet the costs of connecting to essential power, water and sewerage infrastructure.
For the first time, apartment projects approved through a Development Assessment Panel (DAP) or the Significant Development Assessment Pathway may also be eligible for reimbursement of their application fees once construction is completed.
Funding is available through two streams:
- Stream 1 - Targeted Apartment Rebate, which assists eligible apartment developments with utility connection and contribution costs; and
- Stream 2 - Precinct Infrastructure, which supports precinct-level infrastructure that enables medium and high-density residential development.
Since its establishment in 2023, the Fund has offered available funding to help industry deliver thousands of homes.
The IDF was increased from $80 million to $120 million at the 2026-2027 State Budget, following matching $20 million top ups from the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments.
Applications for Streams 1 and 2 open on 3 August 2026 and close 30 June 2027 or until funds are exhausted. Further information, including application guidelines and eligibility requirements, is available at www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-planning-lands-and-heritage/infrastructure-development-fund
The Cook Labor Government is investing a record $10.8 billion in housing measures since 2021.
As stated by Treasurer Rita Saffioti:
"The Cook Labor Government is focused on delivering thousands more homes across Western Australia.
"By reducing the upfront cost of connecting developments to essential services we're helping unlock more medium and high-density housing in the right locations.
"This is about getting more homes built faster, supporting infill where it makes sense, and making better use of existing infrastructure across our suburbs."
As stated by Planning and Lands Minister John Carey:
"We're focused on driving density in existing suburbs through a range of measures including the establishment of Station Precincts, a record investment in social and affordable housing and changes to the R-Codes to enable more subdivisions.
"The IDF complements these measures by helping developments cover the costs of headworks, including water and power connections.
"Following engagement with industry, we are also allowing developers to recoup the costs of Development Assessment Panel and Significant Development Pathway fees through the IDF.
"It's part of a record $10.8 billion investment in housing since 2021 and a continued focus on driving more density and infill."
