SEVENTY residents will soon make their home in the social housing complex being erected in Light Lane Banya – the second social housing complex of its type currently under construction in Caloundra West.

Another social housing project is nearing completion in Aspley Lane, Nirimba.

The Light Lane project is being managed by Badge Construction and Coast2Bay affordable housing project as part of a Queensland government initiative to provide more affordable housing across the state.

Coast2Bay Housing Group CEO Andrew Elvin said Coast2Bay Housing Group was the largest community housing provider in the region and looked forward to supporting new tenants to thrive in the community.

Mr Elvin said affordable housing options on the Sunshine Coast were “desperately needed”.

“Particularly for our key workers, as the area continues to experience unprecedented growth,” Mr Elvin said.

“We applaud the Sunshine Coast Council for seeking innovative approaches to housing.

“By utilising vacant land and a modular prefabrication approach, the homes can be delivered in a shorter time frame compared to traditional construction methods.

“Ultimately, this provides more rapid outcomes for those in need of affordable homes.”