Specialised supported housing: How increasing regulatory scrutiny of the market is creating a more stable environment for investors
Specialised supported housing (SSH) is a form of social housing aimed at providing a suitably adapted home for people with specialist care needs, such as those with physical or learning disabilities.
In recent years, private investment in the development and purchase of property of this kind has increased, with investors drawn to the rising demand for community-integrated specialist care options and the potential of stable, inflation-proofed yields. This article discusses the relationships between landlords, housing managers, care providers, and the regulator. We outline the potential risks and mitigation strategies for investors looking to develop SSH provision, and look at the recent trend of increased regulatory oversight by the Regulator of Social Housing that mean the market is likely to be a more stable space for investors going forward.