- Construction begins on 60 unit social and affordable housing project in Butler
- Six-storey development comprises of 18 one- and 42 two-bedroom apartments
- Homes built to an accessible and energy efficient standard adjacent to METRONET, jobs and amenities
- Development one of 40 Build to Rent backed by the Cook Labor Government
- Part of WA Labor Government's record $10.8 billion investment in housing and homelessness measures since 2021
The Cook and Albanese Labor Governments are delivering more social and affordable homes in Perth's north, with construction commencing on a new 60-unit Build to Rent apartment complex next to Butler Station.
Designed and constructed by Western Australian businesses Plus Architecture and PACT Construction, the six-storey development will comprise of 18 one- and 42 two-bedroom apartments.
The project is being delivered by the Cook Labor Government with support from the Albanese Labor Government's Housing Australia Future Fund.
The Butler development is one of 40 Build to Rent projects back by the State Government, and once complete will add to the more than 4,500 social homes delivered by the WA Labor Government's record $10.8 billion investment in housing measures since 2021.
All apartments will be built to a Silver Livable Housing Design accessibility standard and achieves an average 7-star National House Energy Rating Scheme rating.
The development's design prioritises accessibility, safety and resident wellbeing, with secure entries, clear sightlines and well-lit pedestrian pathways.
A landscaped communal courtyard in the centre of the development will provide a welcoming space for residents to gather, relax and connect, with barbecue and picnic facilities, play spaces and landscaped seating.
Located a short walk from the METRONET Butler Train Station, the development will provide residents convenient access to public transport, shops, job opportunities, essential services and community facilities.
The site is also close to Butler Central shopping centre, local parks, the beach and recreation areas, supporting an active and connected community.
Upon completion, the development will be sold to a community housing provider to own and operate.
As stated by Premier Roger Cook:
"I want to ensure all Western Australians have a home with all the security it provides - which is why we are partnering with the Albanese Labor Government to deliver thousands of new homes, right across the State.
"Once complete, these apartments will deliver a range of quality one- and two-bedroom units that will accommodate a diverse range of households, next to the Butler METRONET Station.
"Projects such as this one are about delivering more social, community and affordable housing for Western Australians close to transport and work."
As stated by Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti:
"Projects like this are part of our commitment to building more homes for Western Australians and making sure housing is within reach for those who need it most.
"Alongside the Albanese Labor Government, we're delivering one of the biggest social and affordable housing programs in our State's history.
"As part of this we have a strong pipeline of Build to Rent projects underway across our State that will deliver hundreds of new homes close to our METRONET stations, community services and amenities.
"The Cook Labor Government is continuing to invest at record levels to build more homes, improve affordability and support Western Australian families."
As stated by Planning and Lands Minister John Carey:
"We have made an unprecedented investment to support more than 40 Build-to-Rent projects, boosting the supply of social and affordable housing and providing more homes for key workers and people on low incomes.
"These new apartments represent the type of transit-oriented development that we want to see more of well-designed, accessible and energy efficient multi-storey affordable homes situated within walking distance of public transport, jobs and amenities.
"Our partnership with the Albanese Labor Government is supporting the delivery of 9,800 new social and affordable homes by 2030 as part of our record $10.8 billion investment in housing measures since 2021."
As stated by Butler MLA Lorna Clarke:
"I hear loud and clear from young people and families that it's tough to find a rental and to get into your first home.
"These new apartments will be fantastic for young people and key workers like nurses and police officers.
"It's all part of the Cook Labor Government's investment in our growing suburbs, which includesextending the freeway to Romeo Road, delivering Metronet to Yanchep, contributing $8.1 million to the ECU Health Centre and Urgent Care Clinic at Yanchep, and commencing planning for a future Yanchep Hospital."
"We will continue investing from Butler to Two Rocks to ensure our community has the infrastructure it needs as the area grows and new families move in."
As stated by Federal Member for Pearce Tracey Roberts:
"Sixty new social and affordable homes in Butler means more people in Pearce will have a secure place to live, right here in their own community.
"The Albanese Labor Government is backing this project through the Housing Australia Future Fund, working alongside the Cook Labor Government to have more homes built in our community.
"Designed and built by WA businesses to a high accessibility and energy efficiency standard, these are quality homes that will serve local families for years to come."
