Queensland Government
Department of Housing and Public Works
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Renewals projects provide local employment opportunities

What is the Renewals program?

The department's Renewals program encompasses three activities: Urban Renewal, Portfolio Renewal and Multi-Unit Renewal.

Through a combination of housing refurbishments and physical and social enhancements, the Renewals program aims to enhance identified properties whilst extending the useful life of departmental assets and offering improved quality of life for current and future residents.

Renewal programs target large social housing communities that have been disadvantaged by poor urban and social planning. These communities generally have a high concentration of social housing properties. Through the renewals program the department endeavours to transform these areas into attractive residential neighbourhoods that are commensurate with modern community standards.

The Multi-Unit Renewal activities specifically aim to increase amenity to tenants by improving the functionality and livability of units in complexes, whilst reducing significant tenancy management issues and improving the value of the department's properties.

  • Objectives

    The program aims to ensure residents have a range of housing choices that are affordable, secure and appropriate to household needs and contribute to the physical character of all renewal areas.

  • Communities

    The Renewals program has progressed through a number of communities throughout South East Queensland, Gladstone, Townsville and Cairns.