by InTrieste
The Friuli Venezia Giulia region is preparing a sweeping reform of its housing policies, aimed at improving efficiency and expanding support for vulnerable populations. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Cristina Amirante, the Regional Councilor for Infrastructure and Territory, during a conference with representatives from the Regional System of Territorial Companies for Residential Housing, known as ATER.
The initiative includes revising the existing framework established under Law 1/2016. “We are committed to drafting a new bill to make the current system more efficient,” Amirante said. “This reform will strengthen the role of territorial ATERs, while recognizing the expertise and professionalism of their managers.”
Central to the reform is the goal of addressing social housing challenges. Amirante outlined a two-pronged approach: first, ensuring that municipalities and nonprofit organizations can provide immediate support to individuals in critical need; and second, transitioning these individuals to long-term housing solutions tailored to their financial capabilities.
The new policies will also extend benefits to non-residents of Friuli Venezia Giulia, a move aimed at supporting a broader demographic. “We want to introduce support measures that enable specific population groups, even those not officially residing in the region, to access existing housing assistance,” Amirante explained.
The announcement also highlighted leadership changes in the region’s ATER system. Amirante congratulated the newly appointed presidents of the ATERs in Trieste, Udine, Pordenone, and Gorizia: Daniele Mosetti, Vanessa Colosetti, Mauro Candido, and Daniele Sergon.
The proposed reforms come as Friuli Venezia Giulia grapples with increasing demand for affordable housing, a challenge faced by regions across Italy. Observers note that the region’s approach, which emphasizes collaboration between municipalities and the Third Sector, could serve as a model for addressing housing inequality nationwide.
Details of the bill are expected to be finalized in the coming months, with regional officials expressing optimism that the measures will enhance access to affordable housing while fostering economic stability for families in need.
