The Lake Macquarie Housing Strategy was first developed in 2020 and updated in 2021. Since then, our city and the world has experienced significant change. From global events to local housing challenges, the way we live has evolved.
Housing availability and affordability remain key priorities for Council. We understand that many residents are finding it increasingly difficult to access housing that is affordable, well-locatedand suited to their needs.
To ensure the Strategy continues to reflect the current and future needs of our community, we are undertaking a comprehensive review. This process will help us respond to today’s challenges and plan for tomorrow’s opportunities, guided by the values and aspirations of the people who call Lake Macquarie home.
This stage of community engagement is to understand our residents' views on housing in our city. Feedback will be gathered in two ways:
- Micromex Research and Consulting are currently conducting an anonymous phone survey with 300 residents
- an online community survey
Project staff will use this information along with community feedback from the Lake Macquarie Housing Forum, Community Strategic Plan and Local Strategic Planning Statement, to develop the updated draft Local Housing Strategy. When ready, the draft will go on public exhibition to provide our community the opportunity to provide further feedback.
