High density housing refers to housing developments with a higher population density than average. For example, high rise apartments are considered high density, especially in comparison to single-family homes or condominiums. High density real estate can also be developed from empty or abandoned buildings. For instance, old warehouses can be renovated and turned into luxury lofts. Further, commercial buildings that are no longer in use can be refitted into high-rise apartments. Opponents argue that more housing will lower the value of their home (or rental units) and change the “character” of neighborhoods. Proponents argue that the buildings are more environmentally friendly than single family homes will lower housing costs for people who cannot afford large homes.
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Yes
@B7RB4P3 7mos7MO
these extra residential buildings may aid the company in several ways, like improve house affordability and increase overall housing supply
Housing prices rapidly rising with little end in sight, and worldwide higher density housing proves to be the best combat to this.
@B6SWVW28mos8MO
People deserve somewhere to live. Housing has become a vehicle for wealth, but its not ok that this has taken away the basic human right to have a place to live. A poor person doesn't need a mansion, but they deserve some form of housing at a minimum.
@B4QXH271yr1Y
No large city globally has managed a growing population without a drastic increase in high (apartments) and medium (terraced) density housing (e.g. London, Paris, new York, Tokyo, shanghai etc.). Australia is no exception.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
No
@BCZK93Q2wks2W
Not everyone has a family. Not everyone wants to live with other people. Single people and people that want to live alone should be given as much attention in the housing crisis conversation as families. Just because you have children does not make your right to housing more important than a single, childless person's.
The economic benefits of facilitating higher population growth in urban environments far outweighs any personal opinions
Being against high density housing in current year is directly saying you don’t support young people owning housing.
@B7ZV4446mos6MO
High density residential buildings provide more homes, more buildings would decrease homelessness and make housing affordable.
@B5B7FR412mos12MO
Yes but with consideration for the aesthetic and also keeping strict boundaries on housing prices. It should be affordable and attainable but also aspirational
@9LPB4H82yrs2Y
Yes but other infrastructure such as public transport, roads, parking and healthcare etc need to be able to support this
@BD3G3NV1wk1W
The government should change zoning to allow for more villas/townhouses and incentivise this instead (there is only units being built in the city and only big houses being built in the west, but nothing in the middle)
@BD2FTK61wk1W
Yes, but not at the expensive of low density residential so not to overexpand the metropolitan areas and overpopulate urban areas.
@BD2D6JP1wk1W
Yes, although not that high density (Maintain liveable space and conditions)
@BCX575D2wks2W
Depends, only if the residential buildings are of quality built and safe for people to live in with enough space where you aren't hearing the neighbour's eat dinner. But I also believe we have enough land in this country to build and should offer other things like actual houses with enough land that your family can play on and live with. Other options could be building a fast train in between commuter cities like Gosford and Sydney or Brisbane and Gold Coast where in between these cities there is enough land to build larger affordable homes to be built for families to move in (based… Read more
@BCSKN873wks3W
The government should just do it itself.
@BC7SBFR1mo1MO
Yes, but not to the complete detriment of low density, as too much high density housing could put a strain on exisiting critical infastructure.
@BC74FH7 1mo1MO
Housing is a fundamental human right. If these buildings could be sold at a discount instead of leaving workers in a state of substandard living...
@B64Z8JN9mos9MO
They should mix high density residential buildings with singly family homes in suburbs and in metropoles
@B5XSDRROne Nation10mos10MO
Yes but only with those buildings getting the proper security benefits that come with the place. I don't wish for that building to suddenly turn into a criminal den from a few bad apples.
@B5XK4B410mos10MO
yes but not everywhere because it would ruin the feel of australia they can just but high rises in areas already developed with other tall buildings.
@B5TZ5JQ11mos11MO
it depends on the emmissions produced, as the reason for such high rise buildings is to help the environment.
@B5GRJFY12mos12MO
High density buildings are stressful on society, yet populations will grow, so it may mean that we have to do it anyway. (Only if needed)
@B5CM4XK12mos12MO
As long as the costs are affordable and the buildings do not notably impact the local urban environment.
Different conditions exist in different areas. It is inappropriate to reduce block sizes to create treeless dystopias in established areas. Construction of high density housing near transport hubs is highly appropriate.
@B57NYYH1yr1Y
Yes/No; community consultation must be sort, and adhered to, before any new constructions or developments, which change the pre-existing site plans, commence.
@B57N3CM1yr1Y
Yes, but only in relevant areas, such as Melbourne and Sydney CBD, and suburbs that have well run infrastructure to support high density population such as train stations and efficient bus systems.
@B574PZRIndependent1yr1Y
The government should incentivize the construction of homes on decent sized blocks that allow families to live with dignity and happiness, not create more violent slums full of miserable people.
No we should decentralise big country and quality of life should be focus I don’t believe In big Australia cap maintain current population
Yes, but only in new areas of development, and not at the expense of the character of long established suburbs.
@B4XQCB81yr1Y
Yes, high density housing near and around inner-suburbs of major cities makes sense and is a more efficient method to quickly alleviate the housing crisis for individuals and smaller families.
@B4WFJXS1yr1Y
The government should focus on different housing options to make sure the housing needs of families and individuals are met
@B4GTKPN1yr1Y
In the short term yes, but this creates many other issues like overcrowding of public space and services, parking etc. and human beings are not as healthy living in densely packed buildings with little nature.
@B39HKZ61yr1Y
Yes, but the impact assessment requirements should be stricter and allow denial of the development application.
@B372N7J1yr1Y
Yes, but it must be low cost and sold privately to incentivise cheaper living for those who need it.
@B345JQW1yr1Y
Build more apartments on top of shopping centers and other structures that take up considerable land
@B33ZG2T1yr1Y
No, high density living reduces economic growth. As suburbs become overpopulated, prices increase through inflation rather than organically. High density living also puts strain on the public sector and its resources, reducing its effectiveness. The government should incentivize broader expansion away from cities and typical high density locations.
@B33V2HB1yr1Y
Yes, so long as they arent build by Lebs that close the business after they get paid so they can avoid defects
@B32PLTH1yr1Y
Too many dodgy developers. System wouldn’t be watched. Will cost millions to consumers if not heavily regulated.
@B32BGKC1yr1Y
make landlords illegal, houses are HOMES not investments, the only exception should be student accomodation in universities, other than that, any property should be owned by the resident
@B2ZNBGC1yr1Y
Yes, but not too harshly, and don't build properties to the point where the density is underwhelming to live in, and excessive land clearance must be done to build them
Yes, but also ensure surrounding infrastructure can handle the high density, such as adequate hospitals, parking options and public transport,
I think there is a need for increased housing, and Government housing. But have concerns that high density housing can be cheaply built, and working in a Community role I have seen many areas where there have been a lot of high density housing that has created a “slum” type environment. As well as lack of outside space for children to play, and creating heat zones due to lack of vegetation and large spandex of concrete.
@B2YR2S51yr1Y
Only in areas that have the available infrastructure to support this - or where the government will finance the expansion of infrastructure to support this
Yes but with very strict regulations and check to avoid ppl taking advantage of those desperate for home, they should have to have a garden space and we should also be increase the ability to live out of urban areas by enforcing more remote work rights, improving roads and public transport
@B2KD52H1yr1Y
Yes but in order to they need to improve infrastructure and transportation, while also keeping green spaces in mind
@B2HM86Z 1yr1Y
No, there should be more family based houses at an affordable price for the lower tax brackets, rather than expensive apartments that nobody wants
@9ZM933G1yr1Y
Do you want to look like China? High density housing is terrible for the mental health of people who are already struggling. High density building of residential or corporate should be minimised EVERYWHERE! in australia
Yes, as long as building legislation includes provision for a minimum amount of greenspace around the residential properties
A clear assessment of the troubles with housing combined with sustainable solutions is importsntnin consideration of policy.
Construction should be well planned and appropriate land given up for development by the federal government. The population should be kept stable to stop required development.
As much as it is important to add residency, I don't agree with the replacement of certain areas to do so (eg. Preston Market, Food Truck Parks)
Yes but prioritise high speed public transport to allow for more freestanding houses. Build further away from the city and also allow for areas such as Parramatta and badgeries creek to become satellite cbds to spread out economic activity
@9VYFGNV2yrs2Y
Goverment should run there own projects to build these and own the properties over having land developers profit off the issue or cut corners of which the QBCC do nothing about.
@9VRG2B52yrs2Y
Within reason; Don't build a bunch of buildings in rural areas and in bushland, just empty vacancies or dead land around the city, no need to expand too much
@9VMVJS82yrs2Y
there should be still spots of nature and space for backyards and stuff but still enough housing to stop the crisis
@9TFBVLW2yrs2Y
Yes, as long as they control the ability for landlords to monopolise housing and minimise rent hiking
@9TCBLLJ2yrs2Y
Hard to say because these ecosystems harvest a high possibility of drugs, violence and mental health sufferers
@9SRGGPK2yrs2Y
depending on the population, if there is a high population then yes, if there is a lower population no
@9SQ56QG2yrs2Y
high density residential buildings, although i am unsure how 'dense' it really is, can be tricky as in personal experience, it forces many families into one small apartment
@9SNSQ3H2yrs2Y
Yes, to better manage population and provide a compact home for single residents instead of unnecessarily large homes, covering more land and leaving less space for greenery.
@9S7L6LY2yrs2Y
This is a complex issue - studies on high density living have not always shown better social outcomes and Australia does not have significant housing challenges that require high density living. I think this question also indirectly applies ot Australia's immigration policies so cannot be answered in isolaiton
@9S25CV32yrs2Y
Remove all criminals and drug abusers from public housings and make it for the genuinely disadvantaged
only a little bit because if we build too many than there will be no land left and the animals will lose there house
@9QRSQ882yrs2Y
It depends, if this is to sustain the current population OR if it's for purchase by rich migrants to use as investment profits
@9QPZWDZ2yrs2Y
Yes, as long as they also incentivise the inclusion of low cost and social housing in these buildings.
@9PR8T272yrs2Y
Incentivise more multipurpose high density developments closer to the City, E.g. downstairs are shops and restaurants while upstairs are apartment units.
@9NZZXQ32yrs2Y
Residential buildings should be built for people who cannot afford housing or larger homes, but should not be encouraged to the point that they take over suburban neighbourhoods etc.
Due to the housing crisis, it should be assessed on a case by case basis
@9N878GW2yrs2Y
Yes as long as they are in an appropriate area and of good quality
It depends on what the community and the owner of the building wants to do with it
@9MB47WJ2yrs2Y
It can be an available option for many people but high density residential buildings have it's cons
@BBZLQBT2mos2MO
Yes, but identify suitable neighbourhoods and suburbs. Before building high density residential accommodations, there must be adequate infrastructure built first, including developing and/or increasing public transportation corridors. Build health care, schools, local shopping centres together with building the high density residences.
Yes, but other infastructure needs to be able to support this, and not at the risk of other housing.
@B7QPPVY7mos7MO
Yes, but work on sound proofing so that people in the residential buildings can do stuff like party/listen to loud music without having to interfere with the daily lives of other people in the building.
@B6WBLN7 7mos7MO
Always is said residents are responsible in actions of at less good borders in living as normal rents
@B4T3J8F1yr1Y
should subsidise medium-density and well-executed high density which isn't just done to line the pockets of developers and investors
@B4N293W1yr1Y
The government should incentivise building housing as much as possible, however it should spread out, rather than creating more high density populations in areas where infrastructure cannot keep up.
@B4LNTNW1yr1Y
Only if passes by local council voting so people have a say as some areas should be protected for their busty and sustainable , natural environments
@B4BQ9TL1yr1Y
Yes, but ensure the high density buildings are in areas where people want to live in apartment style housing. Ensure the buildings are environmentally friendly and will be affordable for ongoing cost Solar etc.
@B44XTRW1yr1Y
Yes but also encourage the apartments to be affordable, with communal and green spaces, and possiblity for families
@B3QCB5JIndependent1yr1Y
Yes, but they must build residences that suit the needs of families (ie. suitably sized bedrooms and living areas).
@B3PGPZR1yr1Y
Yes but still allow community engagement to ensure a right balance of density and amenities is achieved that doesn't favour developer greed.
@B3JNBXP1yr1Y
Yes, while maintaining the "middle gap" train of thought for infrastructure. High Density / Middle Density / Low Density housing.
No, we have a lot of land we need to be utilising and spreading out into rather then populating city’s that the roads and infrastructure cannot accommodate.
@B3GQLSG1yr1Y
The government should have minimum standards for appartments as to make it more viable for young children and families, like Singapore has done with HDBs
@B3GFKS71yr1Y
yes - but have discretion into which areas these houses are being built ie not around heritage or tourist sites.
@B3G9BMS1yr1Y
Yes, but introduce a bar of quality that developers must reach. So that new housing is also livable and well made housing that will last for decades
@B3G84H31yr1Y
Depends on the nature of quality in how they are constructed and affordibility, but its also key to consider how houses can cater to certain lifestyles
@B3DWY8B1yr1Y
yes but in a well thought out and planned manner that takes into consideration the environment and regard for the aesthetics of the towns
@B3D5R76 1yr1Y
They should be building housing commission homes without resorting to making them hush density slums.
@B3BRCJ21yr1Y
Yes, if it is to redefine abandoned buildings or unused warehouses. This shouldn't be instead of family housing estates
No, high density residential buildings further promote overpopulation & investors tightening the rental market
@B3BBBBC1yr1Y
Only in areas where it makes sense and is close to public transport and services and where a good proportion are going to be affordable - not just lower priced than the rest, but actually affordable
@B2GHS4H1yr1Y
Yes, but this high density must be planned carefully, in harmony with the area, not adding a 20 story building in the middle of single story houses.
@B2CRG6DOne Nation1yr1Y
No, government butt out and supply and demand via private enterprise will fix the issue. Government should reduce bureaucracy and costs for builders (but be struck inspections and penalties for dodgy builders). Reduce imigration and foreign buyers
Yes, but ensure there are provisions to allow for low density residential as well, and that they are not completely bought up by investors who don't use it.
Yes, but only in locations where it makes sense such as near public transport infrastructure, city centers, etc.
Only if building corruption is ended. Until then high density residential buildings are a liability costing people their lively hoods
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