Council supports affordable housing

Many young people and families continue to be priced out of having a decent home and the stability and security that brings. This is a growing issue impacting people locally and across the UK. This can lead to people living in unacceptable conditions which has a significant effect on their quality of life.

In September 2023, Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council published the Plan Strategy of the Local Development Plan which aims to help address this issue. For the first time, our plan places an obligation on private developers to provide affordable housing as part of any housing schemes with 5 of more dwellings.

Schemes are now being approved across Lisburn and Castlereagh that will offer housing choices to everyone in the area whether they are on a waiting list for social rented accommodation or saving to buy a new home.

We hope to see more of these schemes coming forward leading to an increase in the availability of affordable housing to suit a wide range of needs.