Labour's new housing plan promises to address the current housing crisis by delivering more homes across the UK. As this much-needed house building and community building process begins, it is vital that quality is prioritised alongside quantity.
At Neighbourly Lab, we believe that co-design and resident engagement are pivotal to the government, housing developers and councils in achieving this vision. By bringing communities closer to decision-making processes, we can ensure that new homes are built to have maximum impact on people’s health, wellbeing, and economic opportunity.
We’ve listed the key takeaways from the deputy prime minister’s article and the methods we would use to achieve this together:
Smart Housing Solutions
Labour's Plan: The emphasis on smart solutions involves leveraging technology and innovative methods to address the housing crisis efficiently.
Neighbourly Lab: Our co-design services integrate smart technologies and innovative engagement strategies to ensure that housing projects meet the actual needs of residents.
Tailored Approaches
Labour's Plan: Tailoring housing strategies to the specific needs of different communities ensures that solutions are relevant and effective.
Neighbourly Lab: We specialise in resident engagement, using participatory methods to tailor solutions based on the unique needs of each community, ensuring inclusivity and effectiveness.
Strategic Development
Labour's Plan: Strategic planning is crucial to ensure sustainable development and long-term success.
Neighbourly Lab: Our expertise in community-driven design helps in creating strategic plans that not only comply with regulations but also foster community strength and resilience.
Regulatory Compliance
Labour's Plan: Adherence to new regulations like the ‘Social Housing (Regulation) Act is a priority.
Neighbourly Lab: We ensure that all our projects meet regulatory standards by ensuring thorough resident engagement that creates maximum impact at the community level
Community-Centric Development
Labour's Plan: Placing communities at the heart of housing developments is essential for achieving lasting impact.
Neighbourly Lab: Community is at the heart of all we do - our mission is to enhance social connection and community strength by involving residents in every step of the housing development process, from design to execution increasing the likelihood of resident satisfaction.
Enhanced Resident Satisfaction
Labour's Plan: Increasing resident satisfaction is a key objective to ensure the success of housing initiatives.
Neighbourly Lab: Our co-design and engagement services have been proven to increase resident satisfaction by making sure their voices are heard and their needs are addressed.
For housing developers, council housing teams, and housing associations, embracing these principles will lead to more successful and sustainable homes and communities that present and future generations can thrive in.
For more information on how Neighbourly Lab can support your housing initiatives please contact us here
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