The final report from the Inquiry into the rental and housing affordability crisis in Victoria was release last week. The report has 23 key findings and makes 34 recommendations on the housing crisis, with a strong focus on private rental.
Key Recommendations relating to ending homelessness include:
Rec 1. That the Victorian Government as a matter of urgency respond to the 2021 Inquiry into homelessness in Victoria.
Rec 2. That the Victorian Government investigate enshrining enshrine the right to housing in the Victorian Charter of Human Rights, including considering advice from the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner.
Rec 3. In responding to the Inquiry into homelessness in Victoria, that the Victorian Government particularly focus on recommendations related to ensuring the ongoing funding of homelessness services and specialised housing for high‑risk and vulnerable cohorts.
Rec 30. That the Victorian Government commit to building 60,000 new social housing dwellings by 2034, with 40,000 completed by 2028.
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