NSW's Housing Delivery Authority builds pipeline for 150,000 new homes
NSW's Housing Delivery Authority has built a pipeline of 150,000 potential new homes in 18 months. The state government is fast-tracking housing delivery through the HDA.
150,000 potential new dwellings in the pipeline generated by NSW's Housing Delivery Authority in just 18 months.
What does NSW's 150,000-home pipeline mean for tradies?
Builders, plumbers, electricians and other trades in NSW could see a significant uplift in work as 150,000 homes move through the development pipeline.
Key takeaways
- NSW's Housing Delivery Authority has created a pipeline of 150,000 potential new homes in 18 months.
- The NSW government is actively fast-tracking housing delivery to address supply shortages.
- A surge in new home approvals could mean more work for builders, plumbers and electricians across NSW.
- The HDA represents a significant government intervention to speed up residential construction in NSW.
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