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Building Tasmania: HIA backs Premier’s plan to get State building again
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The new agency will bring together infrastructure, planning and, critically, Homes Tasmania, returning housing delivery to the centre of government decision making.
HIA Executive Director Tasmania, Benjamin Price, said the Premier’s announcement marks a significant step toward fixing long standing barriers to housing delivery across the state.
“This is a smart, necessary and forward looking reform for Tasmania,” Mr Price said.
“Building, whether it’s civil works, commercial construction or housing, is the backbone of the Tasmanian economy. This change recognises that reality. By putting all the key levers for development under one roof, the Tasmanian Government is sending a clear signal that getting Tasmania building again is the number one priority.
“HIA has been calling for a more coordinated, pro development structure within Government, one that is genuinely committed to building more homes, faster. Today’s announcement promises to deliver exactly that.”
Mr Price commended Premier Rockliff for taking action.
“Returning housing to a department structured around development, infrastructure and planning is the right move to get housing delivery back on track.
HIA is optimistic the new Building Tasmania entity will enable faster decision making, clearer accountability and more effective delivery of the homes, infrastructure and community assets the state urgently needs.
“Tasmania faces a housing supply crisis, and structural reform is essential,” Mr Price said.
“By integrating planning, infrastructure and housing under one development focused agency, the Tasmanian Government is positioning the state to unlock more land, speed up approvals and ultimately get more homes built for Tasmanians.”
HIA looks forward to working closely with Premier Rockliff and the Tasmanian Government to ensure robust consultation and genuine co design in establishing the new Building Tasmania agency. By drawing on the capability and experience of industry and the private sector, the Government can create a model that delivers real outcomes and benefits all Tasmanians.
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