Construction is well underway on 78 new social housing homes at the John Stokes Residential Precinct.
The John Stokes Square residential development will provide seniors and people living with disabilities a central community hub whilst improving the neighbourhood and reinvigorating the area.
Local construction company, Greenspace is delivering the project, which is due to be completed by mid-2022.
These new social housing residence will be managed by a Community Housing Provider (CHP), with the Territory Government working through the current tender process to appoint a provider.
So far works on the project has seen two towers complete with the third tower well underway. The redevelopment will provide 78 new social housing units specifically designed for seniors and people living with disabilities comprising:
three new, purpose-built, four-story housing accommodation blocks66 one bedroom and 12 two bedroom unitsspace for non-government organisations on the ground floor and internal parking with storage spacescommunal breakout areas within each level in each unit blockcommunal gardens.
The transfer of asset and tenancy management of the Precinct to a CHP is designed to promote community participation, place-making and social inclusion for social housing tenants.
Quotes from Minister for Territory Families and Urban Housing, Kate Worden:
"John Stokes Square is being revitalised, with more homes coming online for Territorians.
"It is exciting to see the 78 new John Stokes units nearing completion. Quality housing, provides better opportunities for Territorians.
"To continue to drive investment, boost our economy and improve housing outcomes for Territorians, the Territory Labor Government is developing a new model of social and affordable housing."
Quotes from the Member for Nightcliff, Natasha Fyles:
"This is an exciting next step in the renewal of the John Stokes Square precinct. It has transformed the area and will deliver 78 new social housing dwellings for eligible Territorians.
"As the Member for Nightcliff, I look forward to welcoming new residents to the Precinct and to the electorate."
