THE Sunshine Coast Council has received 11 petitions demanding changes to the region’s housing policies that limit the amount of time people can stay in accommodation such as caravans, buses and tiny homes.
In response Councillor David Law said anyone with an interest in assisting those in need of housing during this crisis, to consider how they could help support a person and provide a type of housing.
“Residents might be able to help someone in need by providing an opportunity for accommodation on their own property and there are a number of ways to do this,” Cr Law said. “A secondary dwelling is a permanent structure with a building approval that can be occupied by another household – and they don’t have to be related to the main dwelling’s occupants.
“Alternatively it could be a temporary home for example, a tiny house on wheels, a caravan or a bus. “Under Council’s Local Law, a temporary home can be in place for up to 18 months.
He said that council would continue to review its approach to providing for caravans, buses and tiny homes and will provide feedback on Council’s website.
Petitioners and anyone else with questions on how to do this can email Council at mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au