AT the May meeting, Council expressed its intention to lease the land at 4 Deane Court, Shepparton, to not-for-profit, Kids Under Cover. If successful, the agreement would see the construction of studio accommodation to house vulnerable young people at risk of homelessness.
Kids Under Cover approached the Council earlier this year seeking land they could develop to facilitate a Village 21 program. This is an innovative model designed to support at-risk young people to successfully transition to independent living from out of home care.
The proposal will enable the construction of an innovative ‘village’ environment for six young people aged between 16-21 who have exited foster care. This includes construction of a communal building with a kitchen, living room and laundry, three two-bedroom studios with a bathroom, and two one-bedroom studios for live-in mentors, and communal outdoor spaces.
The Council-owned land at 4 Deane Court is currently vacant and the Council consider this proposal to be an effective way of realising Affordable Housing outcomes by assisting vulnerable youths.
Community consultation is on now until June 20 for residents and businesses in the area. To have your say, visit https://shaping.greatershepparton.com.au/
