Ms. Freeman questions the Department of Housing regarding the sale of properties, including refurbishment costs, expected revenue, and replacement plans. The Department provides figures and outlines the New North project.

AnsweredQoN 3990Legislative Assembly
Asked
21 April 2015
Portfolio
Housing

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I refer to the Department of Housing properties listed for sale in the West Australian newspaper on 28 February and ask: (a) how much was spent on improvements prior to listing; (b) what is the expected revenue from the sale of these properties; (c) will the housing stock be replaced, and if so; and (d) how many new housing units will replace them?

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Answered
21 May 2015
Responded by
Minister representing the Minister for Housing
Response time
30 days
The Department of Housing advises as at 28 February 2015:
(a) The total refurbishment cost was $359,666.
(b) The total amount expected from the sale of the properties was $2,010,000.
(c) - (d) Balga is one of the suburbs included in the Department's New North project. The project aims to redevelop older public housing estates to create more attractive living environments, reduce the Department's rental presence and encourage home ownership. Revenue from the sales will be redistributed to the Department's housing programs.

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