Two new grant programs have opened in New South Wales to support modern and innovative ways of designing and building homes.
The programs aim to help the housing industry use new construction methods, improve productivity, and deliver high-quality homes more efficiently.
A total investment of almost $4 million will support businesses working with Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). This includes new approaches such as prefabricated building parts, modular housing, digital tools, and improved construction systems.
The two programs are:
Housing Innovation in Construction Fund
The $2 million Housing Innovation in Construction Fund will support established manufacturers to explore and adapt modern construction methods for medium and high-rise housing.
Grants of between $20,000 and $150,000 are available for engineering studies and compliance checks. The funding will help businesses understand how their designs and construction methods can meet local building standards.
Applicants will need to contribute at least half of the total project costs.
Housing Innovation Network Grants Program
The Housing Innovation Network Grants Program will support small and medium businesses to test new housing products and services in public housing projects.
Grants of up to $250,000 will support pilot projects using new technologies, building materials, and digital solutions.
The program includes up to $1.8 million in funding. Supported projects are expected to run for up to 12 months between late 2026 and 2027.
The program will also include workshops and networking events to help the housing and construction sectors share knowledge and improve skills.
The initiatives are part of wider efforts to expand the use of modern construction methods. Other measures include supporting large-scale prefabricated housing facilities, improving building regulations, and upgrading the building approval system with digital tools.
The programs aim to increase housing supply, reduce construction time, and help deliver better housing options for communities across NSW.