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Public Housing
Territory Housing is committed to providing safe, secure, affordable housing to those Territorians most in need.
Public (rental) housing is an affordable long-term housing option for low income individuals and families who have difficulty accessing accommodation in the private sector .
Territory Housing manages over 10 000 houses across the Territory including urban, regional and remote areas.
Government commitment to public (social) housing
The Northern Territory and Australian governments, through the Nation Building Economic Stimulus Plan and Social Housing Initiative, are committed to the creation and redevelopment of public housing stock to reduce wait times and meet areas of high demand.
Stage One Stimulus has enabled the construction of 22 new homes. Stimulus Stage Two has enabled the delivery of 134 new public rental houses with the final 45 under construction. An additional 52 industry units of accommodation have been completed under Stage Two.
The Northern Territory Government has committed $49 million to build 150 new homes over three years.
Additionally, a large financial commitment has been made to ongoing public housing repairs and maintenance.
For further information see Our houses.
Accessing a Public House
If you are a low income Territorian who is struggling to secure a home in the private rental market you may be eligible to apply for a public housing dwelling. Please read about our public housing eligibility or contact your local Territory Housing office.
