Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced a bold plan to make housing more accessible for young couples in Italy, highlighting the government’s belief that strong families are at the heart of a prosperous nation. Speaking to the Green Building Forum 2025, she explained:
"We are working on a comprehensive Housing Plan to provide young couples with homes at regulated, affordable prices. Without a home, starting a family becomes extremely difficult, and without families, there can be no thriving, dynamic nation."
The Prime Minister outlined several concrete steps already underway. One key initiative is the First Home Guarantee Fund, which has been restored to its original purpose: helping individuals who were previously considered high-risk borrowers to secure mortgages. The fund has also been significantly boosted, with €670 million earmarked for support through to 2027.
"This is a strategic goal that we are pursuing with very practical measures," she said. "It is designed to support young people who wish to start a family but face obstacles due to the high cost of housing."
Meloni also highlighted Italy’s push on the European stage. At the most recent European Council meeting, housing policies were discussed at Italy’s request, in response to rising property costs, particularly affecting younger generations. She welcomed the European Commission’s inclusion of housing as one of five new funding priorities in its medium-term cohesion policy review, describing it as a very important step.
"Access to housing is not just a matter of social policy," Meloni concluded. "It is essential for the long-term vitality and prosperity of our country."
For foreigners living in Italy, these initiatives could signal opportunities for young couples seeking their first home in a country where housing costs have been a growing challenge. The government’s focus on affordability may also have broader implications for the housing market in the coming years.
