2021-12-13 GC Agenda - Item 8 -Attachment 1 - Housing Needs Assessment

Figure 16 Dwelling growth




Source: Measures that Matter 2020



5.2          State Planning Policy
The 2017 State Planning Policy includes the following State interest in housing supply and diversity:
Diverse, accessible and well-serviced housing, and land for housing, is provided and supports
affordable housing outcomes.
All of the following state interest policies must be appropriately integrated in planning and
development outcomes, where relevant.
1.    Land for housing development and redevelopment in areas that are accessible and well-
      connected to services, employment and infrastructure are identified.
2.    The development of residential land is facilitated to address and cater for all groups in the
      current and projected demographic, economic and social profile of the local government area,
      including households on low to moderate incomes.
3.    A diverse, affordable and comprehensive range of housing options in accessible and well-
      serviced locations, is facilitated through:
        a) appropriate, responsive and proactive zoning
        b) supporting an appropriate mix of lot sizes and dwelling types, including housing for
           seniors and people requiring assisted living
        c) considering incentives to promote affordable and social housing outcomes, particularly in
           areas in close proximity to services and amenities.
4.    Best practice, innovative, and adaptable housing design and siting is provided for and
      encouraged.




Noosa Housing Needs Assessment 2021                                                          Page 48