WA raises social housing income eligibility limits
WA has raised social housing income eligibility limits for the tenth time since 2020, allowing more residents to qualify for assistance.
10 times income eligibility thresholds for WA social housing have been raised since 2020.
Will WA's expanded social housing eligibility mean more work for tradies?
Builders and tradespeople in WA may see increased social housing project pipelines, potentially lifting demand for construction and maintenance work.
Key takeaways
- WA has raised social housing income limits for the tenth time since 2020.
- More WA residents will now qualify for social housing assistance under the new criteria.
- Increased eligibility could drive higher demand for social housing construction and maintenance.
- No specific dollar figures or timeline for new projects were announced alongside the change.
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