A long-term solution to temporary accommodation: How building housing using industrialised construction methods can ease the burden on local authorities
This report explores how industrialised construction methods, including modular housing, can help address this challenge. By delivering high-quality homes quickly and efficiently, these approaches offer a credible alternative to hotels and B&Bs while improving outcomes for residents.
Drawing on practical examples from across the UK, the report looks at how underused and brownfield sites can be repurposed for “meanwhile” housing, supporting both immediate need and longer-term regeneration. It also examines the wider economic and social benefits, from reducing public spend to creating better living environments.
Alongside these opportunities, the report considers the key barriers to adoption, including planning constraints, site availability and delivery considerations, and highlights what is needed to unlock the full potential of these solutions at scale.