Housing & Development
Right across our country people are feeling the pinch when it comes to living standards. Paying the rent, meeting mortgage payments or simply affording school books and uniforms is a real challenge.
As a local councillor I will aim to ensure that everyone who needs a roof over the head or food on their table have the capacity to do that, or can get access to the help they need.
Streamline planning conditions that hinder development.
Many people tell me that our region is the most difficult place to build a home or open a business. I will prioritise new development in our region by endeavouring to change our regions reputation to a can do attitude.
More housing is urgently needed and this should come in many forms. We need affordable housing for the workers in our region and we need social housing for those needing a hand up.
Actively seek sustainable housing options for future generations.
I will support investment in our region that will ensure that anyone needing a home can get one. Particularly young families who are getting started.
We need to take examples from our neighbours and meet the needs of future generations. This includes micro-housing or tiny homes. Where there is a call for this kind of housing it will have my support.
We are an ideal location for the construction of prefabricated homes which are able to be constructed quickly, brings jobs to the region and importantly can be a roof over the head of those who need it.