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<p>To promote much needed new supply, the £11.5 billon Affordable Homes Programme
(2021-26) (England) includes delivery within the programme for new supported housing
for disabled, older and other vulnerable people, alongside other investment through
DHSC.</p><p>Our planning rules already mean councils must consider the needs of older
and disabled people when planning new homes. We have given councils guidance on options
they should consider, such as housing with improved accessibility, to enable older
and disabled people to live safely and independently.</p><p>The Government consulted
from 8 Sept to 1 Dec 2020 on options to raise the accessibility of new homes. Evidence
gathered through the consultation will help identify what changes can be made, including
reviewing or tightening the regulatory framework to deliver accessible new homes and
updates to statutory guidance.</p>
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