Infrastructure Development Fund WA

Purpose and Program Overview

The Infrastructure Development Fund WA is an $80 million fund from the Western Australian government. It intends to address infrastructure constraints for water, wastewater, and electricity. This program aims to support the supply of new housing, particularly medium to high-density projects in metropolitan Perth and key worker/community housing in regional areas.

The fund is divided equally, with $40 million each for metropolitan and regional projects. The program’s role is to facilitate housing development by resolving infrastructure bottlenecks. This makes it possible for projects to proceed that might otherwise be unfeasible.

Key Grant Details

• Grant amount or funding range: A targeted rebate of up to $10,000 per multiple dwelling is available for the Targeted Apartment Rebate stream. Other streams involve infrastructure investment.
• Application open and close dates: The application period for Streams 1 and 2 has been extended until 31 December 2025 or until funding is exhausted. Applications for Stream 3 are currently closed.
• Eligible industries or business types: Developers, landowners, and local governments.
• Required co-contributions: Not specified in the provided documents.
• Location/state/territory applicability: Western Australia, specifically in metropolitan Perth and key regional areas.

Priority Sectors

Infrastructure Development Fund is focused on addressing infrastructure for new housing. This includes medium to high-density housing in the Perth metropolitan area and key worker/community housing in regional areas.

Funding Scope

The fund is split into three streams:

• Targeted Apartment Rebate (Stream 1): A rebate of up to $10,000 per multiple dwelling. This is for infrastructure connection costs for new apartment developments.
• Unlocking Infill Precincts (Stream 2): This is an investment program. It addresses infrastructure bottlenecks at a precinct level to facilitate medium to high-density development.
• Unlocking Regional Accommodation Opportunities (Stream 3): This is an investment program. It addresses infrastructure constraints for key workers and community housing in regional areas.

Grant Amount in Total

The total grant amount is $80 million.

Eligibility Criteria

• Business structure or size: The program is open to developers, landowners, and local governments.
• Registered business location: The projects must be located in Western Australia, specifically within eligible metropolitan or regional areas.
• ABN/GST status: The grant information does not specify ABN or GST requirements.
• Project type: The projects must relate to new housing, either medium to high-density in Perth or key worker/community housing in regional areas.

Eligible Activities and Expenses

The funding is for infrastructure and connection costs related to water, wastewater, and electricity. For the Targeted Apartment Rebate, funding is paid directly to the infrastructure provider (Water Corporation or Western Power).

Assessment Process

The grant is competitive. Group applications are encouraged. Applications for Streams 1 and 2 will be accepted until the funding is exhausted.

Recent Program Updates

The application period for Streams 1 and 2 has been extended until 31 December 2025. Applications for Stream 3 are closed.

Application Tips

• Double-check the eligibility criteria for your specific location and project.
• For the Targeted Apartment Rebate, understand that the rebate goes to the infrastructure provider.
• For Unlocking Infill Precincts, consider a group application to address a larger area.
• Ensure your project aligns with the fund’s objective of delivering new housing.

Where to Get Help for Infrastructure Development Fund

Consider consulting with a professional grant specialist like Pattens Group. We offer initial assessments to review your business’s eligibility and evaluate how well your project aligns with the grant’s objectives. You can also visit relevant government websites for application templates and further guidance.