Petition · past parliament
Require new developments to include wheelchair accessible homes
Closed
694 signatures
What the petition asks
I would like the government to require new builds to incorporate a quota of wheelchair accessible homes. Local authorities can already set affordable housing obligations, which in 2018/19 led to 57,485 affordable homes being delivered. New provisions should increase the stock of accessible homes.
Only 7% of homes offer, minimal (wider doors) features for disabled people - showers and kitchens are still inaccessible. (Source EHRC, May 2018).
1.2 million UK citizens are reliant upon wheelchairs. The impact that a lack of disabled housing creates, is poor living conditions for disabled people, costs to the NHS and costs to local government, caring for these people. Disabled people should be treated equally they should have a quality of life and be able to be independent.
1.2 million UK citizens are reliant upon wheelchairs. The impact that a lack of disabled housing creates, is poor living conditions for disabled people, costs to the NHS and costs to local government, caring for these people. Disabled people should be treated equally they should have a quality of life and be able to be independent.
Timeline
| 2 Sep 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 Mar 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
694
Status
Closed
Opened
2 Sep 2020
Closed
2 Mar 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.