Australia will build more homes despite policy changes, not because of them
HIA forecasts home construction starts will keep rising in 2027 and 2028, but recent housing tax and investment policy changes will slow the pace of growth.
Will housing policy changes slow down new home construction work in 2027 and 2028?
Builders and related trades like plumbers, electricians, and carpenters may see fewer new project starts than expected, affecting forward workload planning.
Key takeaways
- HIA expects home construction commencements to rise in both 2027 and 2028 despite policy headwinds.
- Recent housing taxation and investment changes will slow growth, not reverse it.
- Trades relying on new builds may see a softer pipeline than previously anticipated.
- Policy settings are seen as a drag on housing supply rather than a driver of it.
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