As of January 2026, the NHT reported that it was actively managing more than 41,000 housing solutions at various stages of development across Jamaica, including:
About 10,700 units under construction
Nearly 6,000 units at contract award stage
More than 11,500 in procurement
More than 11,600 in planning and design
In addition, the NHT plans to start another 10,675 housing solutions during 2026/27 and deliver 5,673 to market.
The Housing Agency of Jamaica plans a further 2,134 housing starts.
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As of January 2026, the NHT reported that it was actively managing more than 41,000 housing solutions at various stages of development across Jamaica, including:
About 10,700 units under construction
Nearly 6,000 units at contract award stage
More than 11,500 in procurement
More than 11,600 in planning and design
In addition, the NHT plans to start another 10,675 housing solutions during 2026/27 and deliver 5,673 to market.
The Housing Agency of Jamaica plans a further 2,134 housing starts.