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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondent

Victoria rolls out stamp duty concessions for off-the-plan homes in bid to boost housing development

A worker is seen on a construction site of an apartment building with a sale sign
New stamp duty concession will cost Victorian government about $55m over next 12 months, treasurer says. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP

Homebuyers in Victoria will save tens of thousands of dollars in stamp duty on off-the-plan apartments, townhouses and units bought in the next 12 months, under a state government initiative aimed at stimulating development.

The premier, Jacinta Allan, on Monday announced the policy, which came into effect immediately and was open to all buyers – including investors – for properties at any price point.

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