30 of 100 prefabricated homes in the Nepani Subdivision are nearing completion and will soon be handed over to buyers under a new land-and-housing package designed to cut costs and fast-track access to affordable housing.
Housing Minister Maciu Nalumisa says the initiative introduces termite-proof and fire-resistant materials aimed at improving quality while lowering construction expenses for low and middle-income families.
Speaking to fijivillage News, Nalumisa described the project as a model for future developments, with buildings constructed using prefabricated panels, concrete and steel.
He says materials are locally certified by engineers, termite resistant, addressing a persistent challenge in Fiji, and designed to meet fire safety standards.
Nalumisa noted that prefabricated construction significantly reduces building time and eliminates the need for buyers to source their own contractors.
Under the scheme, successful applicants receive completed homes, ready for occupation.
Nalumisa adds that 70 percent of the initial allocations will go to households earning $50,000 or below, with competitive loan packages structured to assist low-income earners.
He says the financing arrangements are developed to ensure accessibility, particularly for young families and first-time homeowners struggling to enter the property market.
He described the programme as aligned with Fiji’s broader national development objectives, focusing on quality construction standards and long-term affordability.
The pilot is also expected to inform future housing responses, including support mechanisms for those in informal settlements and landowning communities seeking structured housing options.
Meanwhile, Nasinu Town Council Chair Felix Magnus had earlier stated to fijivillage News that families will be expected to move into the Nepani Subdivision by mid-year.
