The NSW government is calling on people who own holiday homes on the South Coast to open their doors for bushfire-affected residents.

On Monday the Bushfire Housing Assistance Service was announced by Family Services Minister Gareth Ward and Transport Minister Andrew Constance.

Andrew Constance and Gareth Ward with Eurobodalla Shire Mayor Liz Innes. Credit:Twitter

Both men's electorates have been ravaged by bushfires, representing Kiama and Bega respectively. More than 700 homes have been lost in the area, and more than 2100 around the state since the fire season began.

"If you own a property in a bushfire-affected area that isn’t being used right now, it could be providing a family with a safe and secure place to stay in their time of need," Mr Ward said.