New blog explores accessibility in housing to mark DDA milestone

Written by Christina McGill, Director of Social Impact & External Affairs at Habinteg, this new Housing LIN guest blog — the latest in our Disability Discrimination Act series — explores the evolution of accessible housing in the UK and the ongoing challenges faced by disabled people.

From the controversial headlines of 1999 to the legal frameworks of the DDA and Equality Act, Christina examines how step-free design has shifted from a niche concern to a feature benefiting everyone. Yet despite progress, true accessibility remains inconsistent, leaving many hopes unfulfilled.

Read on for reflections on inclusion, policy gaps, and the work still needed to make housing genuinely accessible for all.