More information on redeveloping older high-rise

Redeveloping the old high-rises means current renters will have homes that meet modern standards.  We can also deliver more homes for Victorians who need them close to services, transport and jobs.

The ageing high-rises no longer meet many minimum design standards and their design prevents changing their structure to meet those standards.

In recent years building breakdowns (especially electrical, plumbing, lifts and sewerage) have become more common causing a lot of disruption to renters. This includes not being able to use lifts and having to relocate for long periods.

The high-rise redevelopment is a long-term project that will happen in careful stages. You can use our postcode search to see if your location has started redevelopment or is still in planning.

Five sites have been announced for redevelopment and renters at these locations are being supported to relocate.

No further relocations are planned to start before July 2026 and we’ll be in touch to give renters lots of notice and help when new locations are ready to start.

 

Our relocations team work with each household to understand their needs and preferences so we can match renters to a suitable new home. This includes important things, like:

• accessibility requirements
• health services and providers
• schools, childcare and education
• social and community networks
• transport links and connections.

Renters will have a chance to inspect the property before you accept an offer of an alternative home.

Once an offer is accepted, we help you choose a moving day and organise the move.

Learn more about the relocations process